It is with profound sorrow and deep sympathy that the Management of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) commiserates with the family, friends, and the entire student body on the tragic loss of Miss Christianah Idowu, a 300-Level student of Pure and Applied Botany at the College of Biosciences (COLBIOS).

The news of her abduction and senseless murder has left us all heartbroken, and the entire FUNAAB community mourns her painful passing.

The University Management stands in solidarity with her family, friends, and all who were touched by her life.

To demonstrate our unwavering support, a delegation led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi and the Student Union President, Comrade Ibraheem Adeyemi, including the Dean, Student Affairs, Prof. Festus Adeosun; Director, Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Development and Sustainable Environment (CEADESE), Prof. Adeboye Fafiolu; Director, Agricultural Media Resources and Extension Centre (AMREC), Prof. Jacob Olaoye; Assistant Chief Environmental Officer, Mr. Peter Bolarinwa and the Immediate Past President of SUG, Comrade Meshach Nwankwo, among others, visited the family today, September 6, 2024, met the bereaved mother and extended the University’s heartfelt condolences and offered comfort during this most difficult time.

The delegation also visited the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin to call upon the Nigeria Police Force to expedite their investigation and ensure that justice is not delayed. This act of violence must not go unanswered. As we grieve, we pray that God grants her family and loved ones the strength to bear this huge loss.

We also offer our support to the entire FUNAAB community, urging everyone to stay strong and united in the face of this tragedy.

Once again, our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Miss Christianah Idowu, and we remain committed to seeing that justice is served for this grievous wrong.