UI medical student commits suicide over low grade

A 200-level medical student at the University of Ibadan (UI) in Oyo State, Ifeoluwa Akinmade, has committed suicide over poor academic performance.

It was gathered that the medical student died after consuming a harmful substance.

The UI Medical Students Association (UIMSA) confirmed the student’s death via a statement issued on Monday, March 2, 2026.

The statement read: “It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our brother and colleague, Ifeoluwa Wisdom Akinmade, a member of the 200-level Constituency.

“In this moment of profound grief, let us come together in quiet reflection and hold our departed brother, his family, his close friends, and all who have known and loved him in heartfelt prayers, that they may find divine comfort, strength, and peace amid this unbearable sorrow.”

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A social media influencer based in Ibadan, with the handle Hon. Jesugbemi, shared the UIMSA statement on X, adding that the news was formally communicated by the warden of Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall.

Another X user, Daniel of Ibadan, also shared the hall warden’s message on Monday, saying Akinmade committed suicide “because of a low CA score.”

“Even when you’re thinking of doing it, think of what your parents will go through! Suicide is never an option, please!,” Daniel added.

The UI management has yet to speak on the incident as of press time.

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