UNILAG student leader dies after being swept away at Lagos beach
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) community has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of Balogun Damilola, President of the Faculty of Education.
The incident occurred on Saturday, September 20, 2025, during a beach outing in Lagos. Eyewitnesses said Damilola, popularly known as Ayanfe Eledumare, was attempting a backflip near the shoreline while recording a video when a strong wave suddenly swept him into the sea.
Efforts to rescue him proved unsuccessful, and his body was recovered the following morning at Museyo Beach, Ibeju-Lekki, about two kilometres from where the incident took place.
The news of his passing has triggered an outpouring of grief on social media, with friends, colleagues, and fellow students paying tribute to his vibrant personality and promising leadership.
Damilola had only recently assumed office as Faculty President, having previously served as Vice President. One of his close associates, who identified himself on X as Doyindoski, wrote:
“He was my roommate. Always brought Lacoco and the likes to the room. A real vibe, man. And bro just became the President of his faculty… RIP Balogun Damilola.”
As of Monday afternoon, university authorities and security agencies were yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
