A tragic incident has occurred at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) in Bauchi, where a 300-level Computer Science student, Naja’atu Salisu, passed away after collapsing while taking her morning bath. The incident took place on Friday morning, July 26, at the female hostel on the university’s Gubi campus.
Details:
– Incident: Naja’atu was found unconscious in the bathroom after she had gone in for a morning shower to prepare for her classes.
– Roommate’s Account: According to a roommate, Naja’atu had completed her morning routine and had placed her clothes on her bed before entering the bathroom.
– Medical Response: Naja’atu was initially taken to the university’s clinic, but the medical staff could not find a vein to administer treatment. She was then rushed to the Trauma Centre of the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, where she was declared dead by doctors.
Confirmation:
– University Statement: ATBU Spokesperson, Zailani Bappa, confirmed the incident and provided details about the medical response.
The sudden and untimely death of Naja’atu Salisu has left the university community in mourning.
