Shock and grief have reportedly enveloped the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), community following reports that seven newly graduated Pharmacy students died during a celebration marking the completion of their academic programmes.
The incident allegedly occurred on Wednesday night at Hilltop, an off-campus residential area in Nsukka, Enugu State, where some graduates had gathered for a sign-out house party.
The students had earlier shared videos and photographs of their celebrations on social media after completing their academic programmes.
However, what was supposed to be a memorable occasion reportedly ended in tragedy following claims that seven of the graduates lost their lives during the gathering.
An eyewitness, who requested anonymity, described the incident as a dark day for the Nsukka community.
The eyewitness alleged that the students died during an indoor party organised to celebrate their graduation.
Videos circulating on social media purportedly show the lifeless bodies of some individuals lying inside a spacious room.
However, the circumstances surrounding the reported deaths remain unclear, and the identities of the alleged victims have not been officially established.
Unconfirmed Drug Overdose Report Emerges
Amid the reports surrounding the incident, an unconfirmed account from a UNN student has raised questions about the possible circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The student, who also requested anonymity, claimed that a medical examination reportedly revealed an overdose of hard drugs in the system of one of the survivors.
However, the claim has not been independently verified, and there is no official medical report establishing the cause of the reported deaths.
It remains unclear what happened at the gathering or whether any substances were involved.
UNN Management, Police Yet to Issue Official Statement
As of the time of filing this report, the management of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and the Enugu State Police Command had not issued an official statement confirming the incident.
The number and identities of those affected, as well as the circumstances surrounding the reported deaths, remain subject to official confirmation.
The development has generated concern within the university community, particularly among students and residents of Nsukka.
Further clarification from the university authorities and security agencies is expected to establish what happened during the gathering.
