A 400-level student of the Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), Oni Olalekan Asiwaju, has been arrested for allegedly raping a male colleague.
A video which went viral on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, showing the accused student being taken away by police amidst a crowd.
However, the National Association of Ondo State Students and the FUOYE Student Union has issued separate statements distancing themselves from the suspect, maintaining that he is not a member of their associations.
The statement of the National Association of Ondo students reads: “We want to clarify that the individual Oni Olalekan popularly known as Asiwaju accused of sexual assault and who has publicly denounced our association on Monday 10th of June 2024, is not a member, an executive or appointee of our association.
“We would like to clarify that this individual is not a member of our association nor has any affiliation with us.
“It is important to ensure that this distinction is clear to the general public and that any misinformation is addressed promptly.
“We take these matters very seriously and stand for a safe and inclusive environment for all our members. If you have any concerns or information that you think we should be aware of, please do not hesitate to reach out to the association board.
“Let’s continue to uphold our values and principles as we strive for a respectful and supportive community within our association.”
In the same vein, the FUOYE Student Union in their statement states: ” Disclaimer. This is to inform the general public that Oni Olalekan, popularly known as (Asiwaju), is not a member of the Students’ Union Government nor is he an appointee of the Students’ Union Government.
“Any claims or assumptions to the contrary are incorrect. Please take note and disregard any misinformation.
“Please be assured that the FUOYESUG is actively addressing this matter and will take all necessary actions to ensure that justice is served. Thank you.”
