The Nigerian Law School has confirmed the death of a 23-year-old student, Faith Alayande, who fell from the rooftop of its Lagos Campus hostel while undergoing an externship programme in Lagos.
The institution disclosed this in a statement signed by its Secretary to the Council and Director of Administration, Aderonke O. Osho, on Monday.
According to the statement, Alayande was a student of the Nigerian Law School, Enugu Campus, who had been temporarily accommodated at the Lagos Campus hostel for the duration of her externship.
The Law School said the incident occurred at about 4am on Friday, August 7, 2026.
“Preliminary information indicates that, at about 4:00 am on Friday, 7 August 2026, the student fell from the rooftop of the hostel at the Campus and, sadly, succumbed to the incident,” the statement read.
The institution said it was working with the appropriate authorities and the deceased’s family to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“Management is working closely with the appropriate authorities and the family to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, ensure that all necessary procedures are duly followed, and provide further information as appropriate,” it stated.
The Lagos State Police Command had earlier confirmed the incident, saying the hostel matron reported the case after the student was found unresponsive on the premises. The police said its operatives visited the scene and evacuated the deceased’s body to a morgue, while an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death was ongoing.
The incident reportedly occurred after a hostel mate and a relative found a suicide note and began searching for Alayande. She was subsequently found unresponsive after the fall.
However, the Law School’s statement did not disclose further details about the circumstances leading to the incident.
The institution expressed sadness over the death and extended its condolences to the deceased’s family, colleagues and others affected by the loss.
“The Management extends its deepest condolences and sympathy to the family, colleagues and all those affected by this distressing incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time,” it added.
The management also appealed to members of the public and the media to respect the family’s request for privacy as they mourn.
“In view of the profound grief occasioned by this unfortunate loss, the family has respectfully requested that the public, members of the media and all concerned kindly allow them the privacy and space to mourn their loss,” the statement said.
“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 Law School reaffirmed its commitment to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of its students and staff.
