Following an attempted jump from a building by a student resulting in critical injuries, Babcock University has allayed fears of the victim’s colleagues and parents that no fatality was recorded amid a death scare.

Following an incident involving a student who allegedly attempted to jump from a hostel window, Babcock University has allayed fears among the victim’s colleagues and parents, confirming that the student is alive amid the death scare.

The attempted deadly jump happened on Sunday at one of the university’s residential facilities in Ilishan-Remo, Ogun. 

As shown in a video, the yet-to-be-identified student was attempting to jump via a window from a hostel while his roommates tried to restrain him.

During the struggle, it appeared the student smashed the window glass with his hand, injuring himself and one of the roommates who tried to rescue him from jumping off.

The video sparked reactions on X, where several users expressed concern over the incident, while others offered condolences, assuming the student died.

One user, @Rekot 001, said, “The roommates did their best. Maybe he tried a drug his brain couldn’t handle. May his soul rest in peace.”

Another user, @Torbykal89, wrote, “Smooth sailing warrior. You fought well, now you are free. RIP.”

Also reacting, @jc1man OMG said, “Why take the life you cannot create?!!! This is so heartbreaking; rest in peace, man and kudos to his roommates for their efforts trying to save him.”

However, in a statement on Monday, the university said, “The University confirms that the student is alive and currently receiving medical attention at the Babcock University Teaching Hospital.”

It added that the injured roommate had been treated and discharged, while the student’s parents had been contacted and were on campus to support him.

The institution also said it had commenced an investigation to establish the immediate and underlying circumstances of the attempted jump and identify measures to prevent a recurrence.