FUNAAB STUDENTS MOURN 300-LEVEL STUDENT WHO DIED OF SICKLE CELL COMPLICATIONS

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is in mourning following the death of a 300-level student, Oluyemi Benjamin Oluwadamilare, who passed away on Wednesday evening, October 28, 2026, after complications related to sickle cell disease.

The deceased was a student of Plant Physiology and Crop Production (PPCP) at the university, ValidViewNetwork reports.

THE ANNOUNCEMENT

The Students’ Union Government announced the tragedy in a post on X, describing his passing as a “painful loss to the FUNAAB community” and extending condolences to his family, friends, and coursemates.

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The Nigerian Association of Agricultural Students (NAAS), FUNAAB Chapter, also issued a condolence message, praying for strength and comfort for his loved ones.

THE TRIBUTE

A candlelight session was scheduled for Friday evening at COPLANT to honour the deceased. The union prayed that his soul rest in perfect peace.

The tributes poured in from across the campus.

Students remembered Oluwadamilare as a dedicated and hardworking colleague, whose life was cut short by a condition that affects millions of Nigerians.

WHY IT MATTERS

Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder that affects red blood cells. It causes episodes of severe pain, organ damage, and in some cases, premature death.

In Nigeria, it is estimated that over 150,000 children are born with sickle cell disease every year.

Many of them do not live to see their fifth birthday.

Oluwadamilare was 300-level student. He had dreams. He had a future. And now, he is gone.

His death is a reminder of the fragility of life and the need for better awareness, screening, and care for those living with sickle cell disease.The FUNAAB community mourns. And the nation should too. ValidViewNetwork reports.