Kogi varsity student loses his life after suffering epileptic seizure and accidentally falling into well

Daniel Joel, a 300-level Political Science student of the Kogi State University, Kabba, has lost his life after falling into a domestic well while fetching water. 

According to reports, Daniel fell into a well after suffering an epileptic seizure.

The tragic incident has left students and members of the university community 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 a statement on Monday, November 9, 2026.

According to the statement, the incident occurred at Ikowa-Opa, the student residential community.

The chairman described the development as heartbreaking and deeply regrettable, extending his heartfelt condolences to the University and family of the student.

“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 native of Benue State, reportedly went to fetch water from a well when he suffered an epileptic seizure and accidentally fell into the well, resulting in his untimely death.

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

“The Chairman described the development as heartbreaking and deeply regrettable, extending his heartfelt condolences to the management, staff and students of Kogi State University, Kabba, particularly the deceased’s colleagues, friends and associates, as well as his immediate family and the Government and 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 comfort and strength for the bereaved family and the entire university community, asking God to grant the deceased eternal rest. 

“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 aimed at easing water scarcity, improving access to water and reducing the difficulties students encounter in sourcing water for their daily needs.

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