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KWASU confirms death of lecturer

A statement by the registrar, Kikelomo Sallee, on Monday, said Mr Yaqub died in his sleep.

• April 25, 2023
Kwara State University (KWASU)
Kwara State University (KWASU) entrance used to illustrate the story

The Kwara State University (KWASU) has confirmed the death of Ajeigbe Yaqub, the Human Kinetics and Health Education Department head and acting sports director.

A statement by the registrar, Kikelomo Sallee, on Monday, said Mr Yaqub died in his sleep.

“As the University mourns this loss of a committed member of staff, we pray Allah forgives all his shortcomings and admits him into jannatul firdaus,” the university statement said. “May Allah also console his family, friends and the University Community.” 

(NAN)

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