The authorities of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU), Awka, have expelled a student, Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, for assaulting a lecturer from the Department of Theatre and Film Studies.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Acting Registrar of the university, Victor Modebelu.

According to Modebelu, the Acting Vice-Chancellor had received a report from the Student Disciplinary Committee concerning the incident, which involved the assault of a lecturer, Dr. Chukwudi Okoye, from the Department of Theatre and Film Studies.

The Acting Registrar emphasized that the student’s actions were deemed a gross violation of the institution’s disciplinary regulations, particularly Regulation 4 (SDR). The Student Disciplinary Committee’s findings led to the recommendation for the student’s expulsion, which was approved by the Acting Vice-Chancellor on behalf of the University Senate.

“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 Theater and Film Studies, which was found to be a gross misconduct and violation of the Students Disciplinary Regulations particularly Regulation 4 (SDR),” the statement read.

Consequently, the student has been expelled, and the expulsion takes immediate effect. The statement further instructed Precious to vacate the university premises without delay and return any university property in her possession.

The incident attracted widespread attention after a video surfaced online, showing Precious allegedly attacking Dr. Okoye. The video quickly went viral, sparking public outcry and calls for disciplinary action.

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The suspended traditional ruler of Orile Ifo, Oba Abdulsemiu Ogunjobi, has been remanded at the Ilaro Correctional Centre following his arraignment before the Ifo Magistrate Court on charges of assault, conspiracy, and conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace.

The embattled monarch appeared before the court on Tuesday to face a three-count charge filed against him by the Nigeria Police Force, stemming from a viral video that allegedly captured him verbally and physically assaulting an elderly chief in his community, Areola Abraham.

In the widely circulated footage, Oba Ogunjobi was seen berating Chief Abraham, accusing him of conspiracy and issuing threats. The disturbing nature of the video sparked public outrage, prompting law enforcement agencies to take legal action against the suspended ruler.

During the court proceedings, Oba Ogunjobi pleaded not guilty to all charges. However, the presiding magistrate set his bail at ₦5 million, with stringent conditions requiring two sureties, each expected to deposit an additional ₦5 million.

Unable to meet the bail conditions, the traditional ruler was subsequently remanded at the Ilaro Correctional Centre pending further court hearings.

The case has been adjourned to March 6, allowing both the prosecution and defence time to prepare their arguments.

Legal Reactions and Community Tensions

The remand of the traditional ruler has generated mixed reactions within the Orile Ifo community. While some residents have expressed support for the legal process, others believe the incident should have been resolved through traditional channels.

Meanwhile, legal analysts suggest that the stringent bail conditions reflect the seriousness of the charges against Oba Ogunjobi, emphasizing that the judiciary is keen on ensuring justice is served without interference.

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