Kelvin, a Computer Science undergraduate, reportedly took his own life on Monday after losing money entrusted to him for house rent through gambling
A 300-level student of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, Niger State, identified as Kelvin Danlami, has died by suicide.
Kelvin, a Computer Science undergraduate, reportedly took his own life on Monday after losing money entrusted to him for house rent through gambling.
A fellow student, Musa Abdullahi, expressed his grief in a condolence message, warning young people against the lure of quick money. He said the deceased mismanaged rent money due to gambling, describing the incident as a tragic end to the life of a promising student.
Abdullahi urged youths to avoid activities that promise fast wealth through questionable means and prayed for the repose of Kelvin’s soul and strength for his family.
The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the university also mourned the loss. In a condolence message signed by its General Secretary, Aliyu Abubakar, the union described Kelvin’s death as a painful and irreplaceable loss to his family, department, and the entire university community.
The SUG extended its sympathies to the bereaved family, friends, and colleagues, praying for comfort and strength during the period of grief.
Meanwhile, the Niger State Police Command confirmed the incident and said investigations were ongoing. According to the police spokesperson, Wasiu Abiodun, information received at about 10:30 a.m. on January 19, 2026, indicated that Kelvin Danlami was found hanging in his room with a cloth tied to a ceiling fan.
Abiodun said a neighbour raised an alarm, after which the student was rushed to the General Hospital in Lapai, where he was confirmed dead. Police operatives from the Lapai Division visited the scene, conducted a preliminary investigation, and contacted the deceased’s family.
Further investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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