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Lagos State University (LASU) has denounced the reported assault of one of its students at a privately run hostel located outside the school grounds, announcing that it has initiated disciplinary proceedings against the students allegedly connected to the incident.
The university disclosed the development in a statement issued in Lagos on Friday, which was signed by Mrs. Oluwayemisi Thomas-Onashile, the Deputy Registrar and Coordinator of the Centre for Information and Public Relations.
According to Thomas-Onashile, the incident involved students from LASU’s College of Medicine, Ikeja, and occurred at a private hostel situated off-campus.
She noted that the victim has reported the matter to the police, and law enforcement authorities have since initiated appropriate actions in response. Thomas-Onashile explained that despite the incident occurring outside school boundaries, LASU management has started an internal disciplinary process against the accused students in accordance with the university's rules and regulations.
“The university management unequivocally condemns this act of violence in the strongest terms,” she said.
The university emphasized that acts of assault, intimidation, and harassment involving students, staff, or visitors will not be tolerated, regardless of whether they take place on or off campus. Thomas-Onashile stated that such behavior is entirely inconsistent with the values and principles that underpin the institution.
She also reminded students of their responsibility to remain “worthy in character and learning,” which aligns with LASU’s mission to graduate individuals who exhibit both academic excellence and strong moral conduct. The university urged its student body to exercise caution in their daily routines and to avoid situations that could jeopardize their safety.
Furthermore, Thomas-Onashile advised students to promptly report security threats, incidents, and other safety concerns to the appropriate authorities. She also appealed to parents and guardians to partner with the university in fostering discipline, urging them to engage constructively with the school, respect
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