Management of the Lagos State University (LASU) has disassociated itself from a viral video titled *“Bandits Prank on Lasuites,”* created and uploaded by Datreez Entertainment TV on Friday, 5th December 2025 at 9p.m.
Deputy Registrar/Coordinator, Centre for Information and Public Relations of the State University, Oluwayemisi Thomas-Onashile who made this known in a statement on Sunday , expressed the displeasure of the institution
The university maintained that it didn't give approval or authorized such a video which created fear and panic among the students after watching the viral video
The statement further reads in part:
"This video depicts individuals dressed in a manner that created immediate fear and panic, entering the University campus with equipment and prompting distress amongst students."
"The University wishes to categorically state that it did not give any form of approval, authorisation, or endorsement for the recording of the said video."
"The actions taken by Datreez Entertainment TV constituted unauthorised filming on the University campus which is unacceptable.""
"LASU strongly condemns acts or content that portray or suggest banditry, terrorism, or violent extremism. The University does not support or encourage any so-called prank that can incite fear, disrupt campus peace, or threaten the sense of safety of its students and staff, particularly at a time when Nigeria faces significant national security challenges.
"Lagos State University remains committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and peaceful learning environment, and members of the University community are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the LASU Security Unit promptly.", the statement concluded
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