Aro psychiatric hospital shuts school indefinitely after student’s death

The Management of Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, has announced indefinite suspension of all academic activities at its School of Post-Basic Psychiatric Nursing following the death of a nursing student.

The suspension was contained in a notification on Tuesday, signed by Coordinator of Programme/Head of School, Dr Taiwo Omirin, on behalf of the Acting Provost and Medical Director.

According to the letter, all students of 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 sets, including Masters’ Student Nurses and those undergoing orientation, are affected and resident students were directed to vacate hostel with immediate effect.

The management said the decision became necessary following death of Student Nurse Godwin Ayodeji Taiwo, which reportedly triggered unrest within hospital community.

“This decision follows the unfortunate demise of Student Nurse Godwin Ayodeji Taiwo, which has reportedly resulted in student unrest within the hospital community,” the letter stated.

The hospital said suspension was to provide peaceful and conducive environment for thorough investigation into circumstances surrounding his death.

It urged affected students and stakeholders to remain calm and comply strictly with directive pending further communication, while regretting any inconvenience caused.

DAILY POST had earlier reported how Taiwo, a Post Basic nursing student who was said to be asthmatic, died at the institution under controversial circumstances, sparking protest among fellow students who alleged negligence in handling his emergency.

His death had generated outrage and calls for investigation into healthcare response system at the school.

An eyewitness also alleged that Taiwo’s death was the second this year, raising concerns among colleagues and students.