Tragedy As 100-Level Student Allegedly Kills Self Over Failed Relationship

Tragedy As 100-Level Student Allegedly Kills Self Over Failed Relationship

  • Sarah Maikefi, a student at Nasarawa State University, was known for her academic prowess and had been a source of pride to her parents
  • However, the challenges of a failed relationship led her to make a tragic decision that shocked everyone around her
  • Despite outward appearances, Sarah carried the weight of her struggles in silence, leaving those who knew her shocked by the sudden turn of events

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements

In a shocking turn of events, a 100-level Microbiology student at Nasarawa state University, Miss Sarah Maikefi, took her own life following a tumultuous relationship.

Sarah Maikefi, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, NSUK
Sarah Maikefi, an undergraduate, kills herself because her boyfriend dumped her. Photo credit: Sarah Maikefi
Source: Facebook

The tragedy unfolded just after the conclusion of her second-semester exams, held on Friday, December 8.

Sarah, the last born in a family of four children, who until her death looked hale and hearty, kept her inner struggles hidden from those closest to her.

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The young student bid farewell to the world in a tragic incident that occurred at an off-campus lodge near Family and Friends Hotel, opposite the university campus.

Reacting, Sarah’s cousin, Miss Patience Maikefi, who is also a student of the school, said the deceased had called her on the phone after completing her semester examinations and that she was tired of everything and could not bear it any longer.

She recalled that the deceased ended the call abruptly following which she made several attempts to call her back but she did not respond, only for a roommate of the deceased student to call her later to meet them at the school clinic.

Also, one of the students, who gave his name as Danjuma, told The Nation that:

“We met here early this year when she came for her four-year degree programme and we shared a good relationship as students. She was gentle, calm and cool.”

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Despite efforts from students and neighbours to intervene and minimize the impact of the poisonous substance, it was too late.

Sarah's untimely death has left the university community in shock and grief.

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The tragic incident occurred in the Ogidi area of Ilorin West local government area on Thursday, December 7.

The 22-year-old deceased student was found dead after one of his friends visited his residence and found the door to his room locked.

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Esther Odili (Politics and Current Affairs Editor) Esther Odili is a journalist and a Politics/Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng with 6+ years of experience. She Holds OND and HND in Mass Communication from the Nigerian Institue of Journalism (NIJ), where she was recognized as the best student in print journalism in 2018. Before joining Legit.ng, Esther has worked with other reputable media houses, such as the New Telegraph newspaper and Galaxy Television. In 2024, Esther obtained a certificate in advanced digital reporting from the Google News Initiative. Email: esther.odili@corp.legit.ng.