Aro Neuropsychiatric Hospital Shuts Nursing School Indefinitely After Student’s D3ath

The Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has indefinitely suspended academic activities at its School of Post-Basic Psychiatric Nursing following the death of a student, Godwin Ayodeji Taiwo.

According to Bush Radio Academy, the hospital management announced the decision in a notice issued on Tuesday, October 21, and signed by the Coordinator of Programme and Head of School, Dr. Taiwo Omirin, on behalf of the Acting Provost and Medical Director.

The suspension affects students in the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 academic sessions, including master’s student nurses and those undergoing orientation. Students residing in the school’s hostel were also instructed to vacate the premises immediately.

Management explained that the decision followed reported unrest among students after Taiwo’s death. It said the suspension was necessary to provide a peaceful environment for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The notice stated that the student’s death had reportedly triggered unrest within the hospital community, prompting the institution to take measures to maintain order while the matter is being examined.

Taiwo, a post-basic psychiatric nursing student who reportedly had asthma, died following a medical emergency at the institution. His death sparked protests among fellow students, some of whom alleged that negligence in the handling of the emergency contributed to the tragedy. The allegations have not been established and remain subject to investigation.

The hospital has not announced a date for the resumption of academic activities, stating that the suspension would remain in effect until further notice.

Management urged students and other stakeholders to remain calm, comply with the directive and await further official communication. It also apologised for the inconvenience caused by the decision.

The development has raised concerns within the school community as students await the outcome of the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Taiwo’s death.