The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, has mourned a 300-level student, Oluyemi Benjamin Oluwadamilare, who died following complications related to sickle cell disease.

The university’s Students’ Union Government announced his death in a statement shared on X on Thursday, October 29, 2026, saying he passed away on Wednesday evening, October 28.

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Oluwadamilare was a student of Plant Physiology and Crop Production (PPCP) at the institution.

Announcing the development, the union expressed sadness over the loss, describing his death as a painful moment for the university community.

The statement read, “It is with deep sadness that the Students’ Union Government announces the passing of Oluyemi Benjamin Oluwadamilare, a 300-Level student of Plant Physiology and Crop Production (PPCP), who passed away on Wednesday evening, 28 October 2026, following complications related to sickle cell disease.”

The union extended its condolences to his family, friends, coursemates and everyone who knew him, while praying for strength and comfort for those affected by his death.

“His passing is a painful loss to the FUNAAB community. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, coursemates and all those who knew and loved him.

“We pray that God grants them the strength and comfort to bear this difficult loss. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen,” it added.

In a follow-up announcement on Friday, the Students’ Union Government disclosed plans to hold a candlelight session in honour of the deceased.

The gathering was scheduled to take place at COPLANT on Friday, October 30, at 6:00 pm, giving students an opportunity to pay their last respects to their late colleague.

Addressing members of the university community, the union said, “FUNAABites, we will be converging at COPLANT this evening, Friday, 30 October, 6:00pm for a candlelight session in honour of our late colleague, Oluyemi Benjamin Oluwadamilare, as we pay our last respects.”