UNN Vice-Chancellor Confirms Deaths of Four Students

Four students from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka died following a graduation party held to celebrate a friend's completion of final-year examinations. The incident occurred on November 12, 2026, and was confirmed by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Simon Ortuanya, during a press briefing on November 13.

Ten students attended the party, with four reportedly consuming substances suspected to be alcohol and drugs, while the remaining six were hospitalized for treatment. Prof. Ortuanya described the deaths as a devastating loss and declared three days of mourning, during which all social and academic activities at the university would be suspended.

He also canceled a town hall meeting with the Enugu State Governor. The Vice-Chancellor clarified that the deceased students were from various departments, not solely from the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and reiterated the university's ban on sign-out celebrations, urging students to prioritize safety during graduation periods.