The Kogi State Polytechnic community has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of a lecturer, Anselm Ahman Victory Ojodomo, who reportedly collapsed while delivering a lecture.
According to reports, the incident occurred on Thursday, March 26, 2026, while the lecturer was addressing students in class. He was said to have suddenly slumped in the course of the lecture, causing panic among those present.
He was immediately attended to and rushed to a medical facility for emergency treatment. Sadly, despite efforts by medical personnel to revive him, he was later confirmed dead.
The heartbreaking development has sparked an outpouring of grief from students, colleagues, and members of the Polytechnic community, many of whom have taken to social media to mourn his passing.
Several tributes shared online described the late lecturer as a dedicated academic, a man of wisdom, and a committed educator who gave his best to the service of his students and the institution.
His sudden death has left many in shock, with condolences continuing to pour in from friends, associates, and well-wishers.