Student slumps, dies after collecting matriculation gown in Ilorin

By Mujidat Oyewole

A yet to be named 100-level student of Kwara College of Education, Ilorin, has slumped after collecting her matriculation gown on Wednesday preparatory to her matriculation which was held yesterday (Thursday)

The student died on Wednesday while receiving lectures ahead of her first semester examination when she breathed her last, the college’s spokesperson, Mrs Abibat Zubair said while confirming the incident.

According to Zubair, though the student was immediately rushed to the General Hospital in Ilorin, was pronounced dead on arrival.

Zubair said the lady was mourned during the matriculation on Thursday.

She added that the school’s management already paid a condolence visit to the family of the deceased.

The student has since been buried according to Islamic rites.

(NAN)

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