Nnamdi Azikiwe University Expels Student who Assaulted Lecturer
The authorities of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, have expelled a student, Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, for assaulting a lecturer from the Department of Theatre and Film Studies.
In an official expulsion letter dated February 13, 2025, and signed by the Acting Registrar, Mr. Victor I. Modebelu, the university stated that the decision was based on the recommendation of the Student Disciplinary Committee, which found her actions to be a gross violation of the institution’s disciplinary regulations, specifically Regulation 4 (SDR).
The incident, which went viral after a video surfaced online, allegedly involved Precious attacking Dr. Chukwudi Okoye, a lecturer in the department. The altercation reportedly followed his interruption of a TikTok video she was recording on campus, sparking public outrage and calls for disciplinary measures.
According to the expulsion letter, the decision takes immediate effect, and the university has directed Precious to vacate the premises and return all university property in her possession.
This decisive action by UNIZIK’s administration underscores its commitment to maintaining discipline within the institution and has generated widespread reactions.
An excerpt from the expulsion letter reads:
“The Ag. Vice-Chancellor has received the report from the Student Disciplinary Committee on the case of your assault on a lecturer from the Department of Theatre and Film Studies, which was found to be gross misconduct and a violation of the Students’ Disciplinary Regulations, particularly Regulation 4 (SDR).
“Consequently, the Ag. Vice-Chancellor has, on behalf of the University Senate, approved the Committee’s recommendation that you be expelled. You are hereby expelled from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, with immediate effect.
“You are expected to vacate the university premises immediately and return any university property in your possession.”
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