Justice Oyindamola Ogala of the Lagos State High Court, sitting in Ikeja, heard the testimony of a 20‑year‑old student who alleges she was sexually assaulted by Samuel Obinna Ojogbo, a 53‑year‑old lecturer at the University of Lagos, inside his office.
The student gave her account on Wednesday, becoming the first prosecution witness in a trial that carries two counts of rape and sexual assault.
The proceedings focus on the alleged conduct of the UNILAG lecturer and are ongoing in the high court.
The trial demonstrates that allegations of sexual misconduct by university staff can be pursued through the criminal justice system, offering a deterrent for potential offenders.
It adds to growing scrutiny of campus safety across Nigerian higher‑education institutions, where calls for stronger protective policies have intensified.
Students who experience any form of abuse should report the incident to law enforcement promptly and seek legal advice; families are encouraged to support victims in accessing counseling and legal services.
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