The Nigerian Law School has confirmed the death of a 23-year-old student, Faith Alayande, following a fall from the rooftop of a hostel at its Lagos Campus.
Alayande, a student of the Enugu Campus, was temporarily staying at the Lagos Campus while participating in an externship programme in Lagos.
The institution said the incident occurred at about 4:00 a.m. on Friday, August 7, 2026.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Secretary to the Council and Director of Administration, Aderonke Osho, said preliminary information indicated that Alayande fell from the hostel rooftop and died from the incident.
The Law School said it was working with relevant authorities and the deceased’s family to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Management also said all necessary procedures would be followed before further information is released.
The institution expressed deep sadness over the death and extended condolences to Alayande’s family, colleagues and others affected by the tragedy.
It also appealed to members of the public and the media to respect the family’s privacy while they mourn.
“The Management of the Nigerian Law School respectfully appeals to everyone to honour the family’s wishes and refrain from any actions that may further compound their grief at this difficult moment,” the statement added.
The Law School reaffirmed its commitment to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of its students and staff.
Meanwhile, the Lagos State Police Command had earlier confirmed that the hostel matron reported the incident after Alayande was found unresponsive within the premises.
Police operatives visited the scene, evacuated the body to a morgue and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.
Earlier reports also indicated that a hostel mate and a relative allegedly discovered a suicide note and began searching for Alayande before she was found unresponsive following the fall.
Authorities have yet to disclose further details about the circumstances surrounding the student’s death as investigations continue.
