ENUGU POLICE PROBE DEATHS OF FOUR UNN STUDENTS DURING ALLEGED SIGN-OUT CELEBRATION IN NSUKKA

The Enugu State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the mysterious deaths of four persons, reportedly students of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), following an alleged sign-out celebration at Hilltop Hostel, Nsukka.

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The incident, which occurred on November 11, 2026, reportedly involved six other students who were also rushed to a hospital after taking ill at the gathering.

According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Daniel Ndukwe, on Thursday, the four deceased persons, comprising two males and two females, allegedly became ill after consuming alcoholic beverages during the celebration. They were, however, confirmed dead on arrival at the hospital, while the six other affected students received medical attention.

The Police disclosed that alcoholic beverages were recovered from the scene, while the remains of the deceased have been deposited in a mortuary for autopsy to establish the actual cause of death.

The Command said investigations were ongoing to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the factors responsible for the tragic development.

It assured the public that further information would be made available as the investigation progresses.

The incident has raised concerns over the circumstances surrounding the gathering, as the police continue efforts to establish what led to the sudden deaths.