OAU Takes Swift Action in Response to Viral Video Depicting Lecturer's Assault on Student

OAU Responds to Viral Video, Launches Investigation into Alleged Assault by Lecturer on Student

OAU Takes Swift Action in Response to Viral Video Depicting Lecturer's Assault on Student
Obafemi Awolowo University

The Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has issued a prompt response to a viral video depicting an alleged assault by a lecturer on a part two student. Expressing displeasure over the video's content, the Vice-Chancellor of OAU, Professor Adebayo Simeon Bamire, has taken decisive steps by ordering the establishment of a fact-finding committee to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

In a statement, the university authorities emphasized that the behavior depicted in the viral video is inconsistent with the institution's values. OAU is recognized as a reputable and diligent institution that unequivocally condemns any form of abuse or maltreatment. The university extends its sincere apologies to the public, particularly its alumni, whose sentiments may have been affected by the disturbing footage.

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Professor Adebayo Simeon Bamire, OAU VC

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Encouraging students to remain calm and continue with their regular academic activities, the university assures all stakeholders that justice will be served appropriately and in accordance with the facts uncovered by the investigative committee. OAU remains committed to upholding its standards of decency and ensuring the well-being of its students.

Recall that a few days ago, a video went viral on social media where a lecturer was spotted throwing punches at a student and smashing his mobile phone in the process.