Tragedy struck as a 200-level female student of the University of Port Harcourt, identified as Adaeze, met an untimely demise in her off-campus residence in Aluu, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State. The Rivers State Police Command has initiated a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding her passing.
Adaeze, a dedicated undergraduate in the Faculty of Social Sciences majoring in accounting, was discovered lifeless in her rented apartment by her landlord. This heartbreaking incident unfolded on a fateful Friday, leaving the community in shock.
Grace Iringe-Koko, the spokesperson for the State Police Command, confirmed that officers immediately responded to the distress call. Upon their arrival, they noticed a foamy substance emanating from Adaeze’s nose and mouth. Inside her apartment, they found an empty bottle of insecticide, raising concerns about the nature of her demise.
Adaeze was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital, where, tragically, she was pronounced dead by the attending physician. The Divisional Police Officer at the scene, who noted the presence of the insecticide, ensured that a comprehensive investigation was launched to unveil the circumstances surrounding the young student’s untimely passing.
Prof. Chima Wokocha, the Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Port Harcourt, clarified that Adaeze’s death did not occur within the university campus but in a rented hostel outside the institution. Her lifeless body was brought to a health facility within the university by concerned neighbors who reside in her lodge.
Wokocha expressed his condolences and emphasized that the university management, accompanied by law enforcement, visited the scene to gather critical information. He acknowledged that the presence of a substance alongside Adaeze was a distressing discovery and assured the community that the investigation was ongoing.
The grieving parents have also arrived to make arrangements for their beloved daughter. This tragic incident serves as a painful reminder of the importance of student well-being and the need for awareness and support in addressing such issues within the academic community.
Tragedy struck as a 200-level female student of the University of Port Harcourt, identified as Adaeze, met an untimely demise in her off-campus residence in Aluu, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State. The Rivers State Police Command has initiated a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding her passing.
Adaeze, a dedicated undergraduate in the Faculty of Social Sciences majoring in accounting, was discovered lifeless in her rented apartment by her landlord. This heartbreaking incident unfolded on a fateful Friday, leaving the community in shock.
Grace Iringe-Koko, the spokesperson for the State Police Command, confirmed that officers immediately responded to the distress call. Upon their arrival, they noticed a foamy substance emanating from Adaeze’s nose and mouth. Inside her apartment, they found an empty bottle of insecticide, raising concerns about the nature of her demise.
Adaeze was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital, where, tragically, she was pronounced dead by the attending physician. The Divisional Police Officer at the scene, who noted the presence of the insecticide, ensured that a comprehensive investigation was launched to unveil the circumstances surrounding the young student’s untimely passing.
Prof. Chima Wokocha, the Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Port Harcourt, clarified that Adaeze’s death did not occur within the university campus but in a rented hostel outside the institution. Her lifeless body was brought to a health facility within the university by concerned neighbors who reside in her lodge.
Wokocha expressed his condolences and emphasized that the university management, accompanied by law enforcement, visited the scene to gather critical information. He acknowledged that the presence of a substance alongside Adaeze was a distressing discovery and assured the community that the investigation was ongoing.
The grieving parents have also arrived to make arrangements for their beloved daughter. This tragic incident serves as a painful reminder of the importance of student well-being and the need for awareness and support in addressing such issues within the academic community.
