Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
In a deeply saddening development, Ayomiposi Ojajuni, a Nigerian Law School student in Yola, has died after being denied access to the Bar final examination. Ojajuni, a graduate of Olabisi Onabanjo University, became visibly distressed on the morning of Saturday, December 6, upon learning that he had been barred from participating in the professional examination, which commenced that day.
According to sources, the denial of access to the exam was issued as a disciplinary measure following multiple queries previously raised by the institution. Distressed by the news, Ojajuni reportedly ingested a harmful substance shortly after being informed of the decision. He was quickly rushed to the Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital in Yola, where he succumbed to the effects of the ingestion on Sunday.
Family members, peers, and colleagues have expressed profound grief over the young man’s death, describing him as dedicated, ambitious, and committed to his legal studies. Friends said he had shown signs of emotional strain in the days leading up to the incident, highlighting the immense pressure and high expectations surrounding professional examinations in Nigeria.
The tragedy has reignited discussions around student welfare, mental health support, and the handling of disciplinary matters within professional educational institutions. Advocates are urging that law schools and regulatory bodies establish more robust support systems to help students cope with stress, disappointment, and academic setbacks, particularly in high-stakes environments like the Bar examination.
Legal experts emphasize the need for transparent and compassionate administration of professional assessments, noting that disciplinary actions should be communicated clearly and implemented with appropriate guidance and support to minimize extreme psychological impacts.
While the Nigerian Law School has not yet issued an official statement regarding Ojajuni’s death, the incident underscores the urgent need for attention to mental health and institutional accountability in educational settings. Student groups and rights advocates have called for a review of policies surrounding exam eligibility and disciplinary measures to ensure that no other student faces such a tragic outcome.
The death of Ayomiposi Ojajuni serves as a somber reminder of the human cost associated with academic and professional pressures and the critical importance of providing accessible psychological support for students navigating intense professional pathways.
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