The management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has officially addressed the viral video showing a female student physically assaulting a lecturer over a video recording dispute.
The incident, which has drawn widespread reactions online, involved Dr. Chukwudi Okoye from the Department of Theatre Arts and Goddy Mbakwe Precious, a 300-level student of History and International Studies.
UNIZIK’s Official Statement
In a statement signed by the university’s Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joseph Ikechebelu, the institution assured the public that a full-scale, transparent, and unbiased investigation is underway.
“THE INCIDENT INVOLVING A LECTURER AND A STUDENT
The Mmgcmcnt 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 thc In line with Our core values of discipline, self-reliance, and excellence. and in adherence to the principles of fair hearing. equity. and justice. thc Acting Vice-Chancellor. Prof. Joseph I. Ikechcbclu. 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.”
Calls for Justice & University’s Stance
While netizens remain divided over the incident, the university has urged all concerned parties to remain calm as they pursue the truth.
UNIZIK reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy for misconduct and emphasized that it will not condone indiscipline from either students or staff.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.