Graduation party: How four UNN students died

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, has confirmed the deaths of four students after an off-campus party, with six others hospitalised, prompting three days of mourning and an investigation into the cause of the tragedy.

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has confirmed the deaths of four students following an off-campus party in Enugu State, declaring three days of mourning.

According to The Punch, Vice-Chancellor Professor Simon Ortuanya disclosed on Thursday that 10 students attended the gathering organised to celebrate a friend’s completion of final-year examinations.

Four reportedly died after consuming substances suspected to be alcohol and drugs, while six others were hospitalised.

Describing the tragedy as “a death too many”, Ortuanya announced the suspension of academic and social activities for three days.

He also postponed a scheduled town hall meeting with Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah.

The vice-chancellor clarified that the victims belonged to different departments, dismissing reports that they were all pharmacy students.

He reiterated the university’s ban on sign-out celebrations, urging students to avoid dangerous activities.

Ortuanya said the institution was collaborating with security agencies to establish the actual cause of death.

He extended condolences to the bereaved families.

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One-sentence summary

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, has confirmed the deaths of four students after an off-campus party, with six others hospitalised, prompting three days of mourning and an investigation into the cause of the tragedy.