Kogi varsity scholar loses his life after struggling epileptic seizure and by chance falling into properly

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By Linda Ikeji
10 November 2026, 8:41 am

Daniel Joel, a 300-level Political Science scholar of the Kogi State University, Kabba, has misplaced his life after falling right into a home properly whereas fetching water.

According to stories, Daniel fell right into a properly after struggling an epileptic seizure.

The tragic incident has left college students and members of the college neighborhood in shock and mourning.

Rtr Nayo Jude Babatunde-Uyi, the Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Chairman of Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area, Hon. Zacchaeus Dare Michael, confirmed the incident in an announcement on Monday, November 9, 2026.

According to the assertion, the incident occurred at Ikowa-Opa, the coed residential neighborhood.

The chairman described the event as heartbreaking and deeply regrettable, extending his heartfelt condolences to the University and household of the coed.

 The assertion partially learn;

“The Executive Chairman of Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area, Hon. Zacchaeus Dare Michael, Esq., has expressed deep sorrow over the unfortunate death of Daniel Joel, a 300-level student of the Department of Political Science, Kogi State University, Kabba, who tragically lost his life following an incident involving a well at Ikowa-Opa, the student residential community,” the statement read.

“Daniel Joel, a local of Benue State, reportedly went to fetch water from a properly when he suffered an epileptic seizure and by chance fell into the properly, leading to his premature dying.

“The deceased was said to have been living with epilepsy and managing the medical condition before the unfortunate incident.

“The Chairman described the event as heartbreaking and deeply regrettable, extending his heartfelt condolences to the administration, employees and college students of Kogi State University, Kabba, notably the deceased’s colleagues, mates and associates, in addition to his rapid household and the Government and other people of Benue State.

“Hon. Zacchaeus Dare Michael noted that the loss of a young student with a promising future is a painful experience, especially for a university community whose primary responsibility is the pursuit of knowledge, personal development and the advancement of society.

“He prayed for God’s consolation and energy for the bereaved household and the whole college neighborhood, asking God to grant the deceased everlasting relaxation.

“In response to the water challenges confronting students and residents of the Ikowa-Opa student environment, particularly the difficulties associated with accessing safe and convenient water sources, the Executive Chairman has approved the provision of two hybrid boreholes to be located within the student residential environment of Ikowa-Opa.

“The intervention is geared toward easing water shortage, enhancing entry to water and lowering the difficulties college students encounter in sourcing water for his or her each day wants.