The deceased was shot after boarding a commercial tricycle to Ebute Metta, according to a statement released by the college’s public relations officer, Adams Adekunle.

Although it acknowledged that the student had previously been on campus to take part in an exam, the institution denied reports that the incident took place on campus.

The statement claims that the deceased and a friend approached a commercial tricycle, known as a Marwa, while traveling towards the Mainland.

According to reports, the deceased boarded the tricycle first, and just as his friend was ready to get on, there was a gunshot. The friend learned that the deceased had been shot.

“He rallied and ran right away to get help.” His peers in the vicinity of the bus park quickly raced to the scene and transported the victim to the Military Hospital nearby for medical care. Sadly, soon after arriving, it was determined that he was dead. The College’s management quickly went to the scene to gather information and contact the appropriate authorities after being notified,” according to the statement.

Suggestions that the shooting occurred after a fight or altercation involving the student were rejected by the college.

“There was no prior altercation, fight, scramble, or commotion prior to the gunshot, according to eyewitness accounts from local traders, road transport employees, drivers, and passengers present at the time.

“The shooting did not take place near the College, but rather at the WAEC bus stop across from the bridge on Herbert Macaulay Road, where he got on the tricycle heading to Ebute Metta. The statement went on, “There is no proof that it was committed by a soldier or that it started on campus.”

The management stated that a thorough investigation have started by security agencies, including the police, to identify the gunman and ascertain the reason for the attack.

Additionally, it refuted reports that claimed the student was shot by a soldier, claiming that initial investigations showed he was shot at the Herbert Macaulay Road mini bus park by an unidentified gunman.

While investigations are ongoing, the management of YABATECH urges students, parents, stakeholders, and the general public to maintain composure and carry out their legal obligations.

The statement read, “The College reaffirms its commitment to the safety and security of its community and will work closely with security agencies to strengthen measures within and around the campus to prevent a recurrence of such a tragic incident.”