Suicide victim buried amidst tears in Ikire

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By Adesoba Toluwalope.

Former 100 level student of Osun State University, Juba Babatunde Phillips, who committed suicide, has been laid to rest, causing uncontrollable tears from onlookers and the friends of the deceased.

The body of the victim was found in his hostel room by his colleagues on Tuesday, 24th November, 2020. He was said to have died as a result of consuming harmful substances which was later discovered to be insecticide.

The reason for his action is yet unknown to the public.

UNIOSUN’s spokesperson, Adesoji Ademola, confirmed the incident, adding that the body of the deceased has been released to his parents in Ikire.

“Phillip’s body was buried on Thursday, November 26 at Baptist Church Cemetery at Sango area in Ikire in the presence of his parents and some of his colleagues who were there to pay their last respect.

“The school authority regretted the incident and also commiserate with the family of the deceased for their loss. We urge students not to see suicide as an option for those going through difficulties on Campus.”

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