UNIZIK releases statement following incident involving its lecturer and student

• A female student was reportedly seen on camera assaulting her lecturer for interrupting her video.

• Netizens are calling for a thorough investigation into a heated debate between both parties.

The administration of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has issued a statement regarding the incident involving a student who physically assaulted one of its lecturers.

It is important to note that a female student was recorded attacking her lecturer after he interrupted her video.

As emotions escalate, both individuals involved have presented their perspectives, while online observers are demanding a thorough investigation into the incident.

The university’s management has committed to conducting an impartial inquiry and seeking the truth in this matter.

They wrote …

“THE INCIDENT INVOLVING A LECTURERAND A STUDENT

The Management of Azikiwe Awka. has been made aware of disturbing incident involving Dr. Chukwudi Okoye, a lecturer in Department of Theatre Arts Film and Goddy Mbakwe Precious a 3rd student in the department of History and International Studies. The incident. which has gained Significant attention on media, is taken very seriously by the In line with Our core values of discipline, self-reliance, and excellence. and in adherence to the principles of fair hearing. equity. and justice. the Acting Vice-Chancellor. Prof. Joseph I. Ikechebelu. has ordered a full-scale. transparent. and unbiased investigation into the matter.

We urge all concerned parties and members of the public to remain calm as we diligently pursue the truth. university is committed to upholding discipline and

decorum. and we will ensure that appropriate actions and sanctions are taken based on the outcome of the investigation.

Nnamdi Azikiwe University remains an institution Of learning that upholds high moral and ethical Standards. There is no place for indiscipline. misconduct. or any

form Of unacceptable behaviour Within our community.

Will provided as necessary.”