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From Felix Ikem, Nsukka
The management of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, has condemned the infiltration of its campus event by miscreants from the neighbouring community.
This is contained in a press statement issued by the university in Nsukka on Monday, signed by Mr. Inya Egwu, the Acting Public Relations Officer of the UNN.
Egwu said that a bonfire night event that was organised by the students’ association of the Department of Archaeology and Heritage Studies last Friday was infiltrated by some miscreants from the neighbouring community who instigated violence.
He said that the disturbance by the miscreants resulted in the stabbing and death of a guest at the event, Mr. Chiebonam Nweze.
“The Management of the University of Nigeria wishes to inform the public of an unfortunate incident that occurred on Friday, 12th September 2025, during a bonfire night organised by the students’ association of the Department of Archaeology and Heritage Studies.
“The event was infiltrated by miscreants from a neighbouring community, who instigated violence. In the course of the disturbance, a guest at the event, Mr. Chiebonam Nweze, was stabbed. Sadly, despite prompt efforts to save his life, he passed away before receiving medical attention at the university’s medical centre.
“Investigations have confirmed that neither the deceased nor the assailants were students of the University of Nigeria
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“We wish to assure the public that the University Security Unit, working in close collaboration with the Anti-Cult Unit of the Nigeria Police, has successfully apprehended all those responsible for the tragic incident,” he said.
The PRO, while conveying the university management’s condolences to the deceased’s family and friends, revealed that the institution has reviewed its guidelines for student social activities to ensure safety.
“The Management of the University of Nigeria expresses its deepest condolences to the family and friends of the late Mr. Chiebonam Nweze and prays for comfort during this time of grief.
“In light of the unfortunate development, the University has reviewed its guidelines for student social activities.
“Henceforth, all such activities must be held strictly during the daytime and under the supervision of the University Security Unit. Social events of any kind will not be permitted on our campuses beyond 6:00 p.m.
“The University of Nigeria remains fully committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all members of its community and will continue to take every necessary measure to prevent a recurrence of such incidents,” Egwu added.
