The Nigerian Law School has confirmed the death of 23-year-old student Faith Alayande, who died after falling from the rooftop of a hostel at its Lagos Campus during an externship programme.
The institution disclosed this in a statement signed by its Secretary to the Council and Director of Administration, Aderonke O. Osho.
According to the Law School, Alayande was a student of the Enugu Campus but was temporarily staying at the Lagos Campus hostel while completing her externship programme.
The incident occurred at about 4 a.m. 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 institution said.
The Law School said it was working with relevant authorities and the deceased’s family to determine the circumstances surrounding her death.
Police begin investigation into Faith Alayande’s death
The Lagos State Police Command had earlier confirmed the incident after the hostel matron reported that a student had been found unresponsive within the premises.
Police officers visited the scene and evacuated Alayande’s body to a morgue, while an investigation was immediately launched.
Reports indicated that a hostel mate and a relative had discovered a note believed to have been written by Alayande before they began searching for her.
She was later found unresponsive after the fall from the hostel rooftop.
The Nigerian Law School expressed sadness over the incident, describing it as a painful loss for Alayande’s family, colleagues, and the wider legal community.
The institution also appealed to the public and media to respect the privacy of the family as investigations continue.
“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.
