Covenant University Students Reportedly Hospitalized Over Suspected Food Poisoning; University Management Responds
A parent, requesting anonymity, confirmed the outbreak but assured that their child is recovering well within the school. The university's management swiftly responded to the situation in a statement issued on January 22, debunking the reports and assuring parents that the students are well.
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Several students of Covenant University in Ota, Ogun State, have reportedly been hospitalized following suspected cases of food poisoning. The institution, however, denies the allegations, asserting that there is no outbreak and the students are in good health.
According to a report published on January 20, 2024, by Premium Times, the affected students were admitted to the university's medical centre due to suspected food poisoning in the butteries. The incident has raised concerns among parents and stakeholders, with some expressing worry about the university's silence.
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A parent, requesting anonymity, confirmed the outbreak but assured that their child is recovering well within the school. The university's management swiftly responded to the situation in a statement issued on January 22, debunking the reports and assuring parents that the students are well.
The statement emphasizes the institution's focus on preparing students for upcoming examinations and urges parents to pray along with their wards. The controversy arises amidst recent positive news about Covenant University, where 283 students were reported to have achieved first-class honours in the 2022/2023 academic session.
