Oladokun Ayomide, a final-year student at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has been cleared of allegations that he poisoned his girlfriend, Ugbokwe Mmasichukwu, and another lady, Odumosu Semilore.
Quest Times recalls that Ayomide was arrested by the Ogun State Police Command after it was reported that he had poisoned both individuals.
The two women were reportedly hospitalized after consuming food and drinks allegedly administered by Ayomide.
However, the university has concluded that Ayomide was not intentionally trying to harm the two women, according to a statement issued by the Assistant Director, Media Directorate of Public Relations, FUNAAB, Olasunkanmi Olajide, which was made available to newsmen on Thursday.
Investigations revealed that the cakes purchased by Ayomide contained a high level of alcohol, leading to the unintentional intoxication of the consumers. This was confirmed by medical examinations.
“Ayomide had no malicious intent, as confirmed by the medical examination at their institution’s health centre. The affected individuals were discharged from the hospital the following day and even participated in their examinations on November 10, 2023.”
The school emphasized that all charges against Ayomide have been dropped due to the lack of malicious intent, following a settlement by the parents of the students.
“It is crucial to emphasise that all charges against Ayomide, brought forth by the parents and the school of the affected ladies, have been dropped due to the lack of malicious intent,” the school stated.
The Ogun State Police Command through its Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola when contacted, confirmed that the student had been released on bail, adding that the affected girl had recovered and been discharged from the hospital following the settlement by the parents.