Several students from Covenant University in Ota, Ogun State, are reportedly hospitalized following suspected food poisoning linked to the institution’s butteries.
The influx of affected students has strained the school’s medical center, raising concerns about the extent of the situation.
Despite these developments, the university has chosen to remain silent on the matter. Calls and messages directed to relevant officials have gone unanswered for an extended period, contributing to a lack of transparency.
Adding to the gravity of the situation, a parent residing overseas has independently verified the incident through a telephone conversation on a Saturday. The parent, opting for anonymity due to potential repercussions for their child, disclosed that the affected student is showing signs of improvement and is presently recovering within the school premises.
The source said: “We have had difficulties reaching our child since we received the news. But earlier today (Saturday), we got through to our child who confirmed being affected by the food poisoning but is now recovering well and is fairly stable.
Other sources also confirmed the development but rued the school’s decision to keep the matter secret.
A former employee of the university, who also craved anonymity, said the institution should have spoken on the matter “to douse the tension but all this hide and seek game doesn’t help the university.”
