Four UNN Students Die After Sign-Out Party Incident

Four students from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State, died after reportedly falling ill during a sign-out celebration at Hilltop Lodge on Wednesday. Six other students were hospitalized following the incident.

The Enugu State Police Command, through SP Daniel Ndukwe, confirmed the deaths. Initial reports suggested the deceased were graduating students from the Department of Pharmacy; however, the Pharmaceutical Association of Nigerian Students, UNN chapter, refuted this claim, stating none were known to the association.

Videos on social media depicted at least six individuals unconscious, prompting concern. Olisaemeka Onah, the association’s president, confirmed he did not recognize any of the deceased as pharmacy students after visiting the hospital.

The association urged the public to avoid spreading unverified information, emphasizing the need for credible updates regarding the incident.