A lecturer at Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Mr. Anslem Ojodomo, has passed away after slumping while delivering a lecture to his students.
The institution’s Rector confirmed the incident in a statement released on Friday in Lokoja by the Acting Coordinator of the Directorate of Public Relations, Mr. John Onimisi, describing the development as a “deep personal shock.”
The incident has thrown the polytechnic into mourning, coming barely a month after the death of another lecturer, Dr Barnabas Akuba, who died shortly after completing his PhD programme.
Ojodomo’s sudden demise has stirred anxiety among both staff and students, many of whom are now raising concerns about the circumstances surrounding the recent spate of deaths within the institution.
Student eyewitnesses, who spoke to journalists on condition of anonymity, said the lecturer collapsed while speaking during a class session. Despite efforts to revive him, he was later confirmed dead at a nearby hospital.
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The loss has left the academic community unsettled, with two lecturers dying within a short period.
Reacting to the development, the Rector of the institution, Prof. Salihu Avidime, extended his condolences to the bereaved family and the entire polytechnic community, noting that Ojodomo served in the Department of Public Administration.
Avidime recounted that he had met with the late lecturer just hours before the incident, during which they exchanged pleasantries and shook hands.
He described Ojodomo as a committed academic who was humble, diligent, and dedicated to excellence, adding that he stood out both as a student and as a lecturer.
“The Polytechnic community is mourning the loss of a promising academic and dependable colleague, who embodied scholarship, service, and character.
“Ojodomo’s contributions as Deputy Dean, Students Services, and lecturer are remembered as impactful and inspiring,” the rector said.
Anselm Victory Ojodomo (October 5, 1992 – March 27, 2026) was a lecturer who held a Master’s degree from Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, where he had recently defended his PhD proposal.
He joined Kogi State Polytechnic in 2021 and was actively involved in several institutional committees. The school community has expressed its condolences to his family and the people of Igalamela/Odolu, praying for the repose of his soul.
