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The authorities of the Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu have confirmed the tragic death of Chiamaka Ozoigbondu, a student of Peaceland College, Enugu, in a road accident on campus on Monday.The incident was confirmed in a statement issued by the Acting Rector of the institute, Dr. Emeka Ejim, in Enugu on Wednesday. ...READ THE FULL STORY FROM SOURCE ...READ THE FULL STORY FROM SOURCE
Ejim also stated that the two other students, who were injured in the accident, were currently receiving medical care.
According to him, the institute sympathised with the family of the deceased and extended its heartfelt condolences to those affected by the sad death of the promising young girl.
“Our prayer is that such an incident does not occur again,” he added.
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The Rector further stated that following an emergency joint meeting of the Management and Academic Board, on Wednesday, the school resolved that all outstanding examinations be suspended forthwith.
Ejim added: “A three-day mourning period, from October 2 to October 3, be observed by staff and students for the repose of the soul of Ozoigbondu and against a recurrence of such a sad incident.
“IMT management will collaborate with security agencies and the bereaved family to ensure that justice is done and seen to be done in this matter.
“All forms of celebration on campus after examinations are hereby banned.
“Students, who wish to celebrate after their exams, can do so outside the IMT premises.”
Ejim also stated that students found celebrating within the institute “would face expulsion and no amount of pressure would make IMT to rescind it”.
He explained that the speed limit for all vehicles within the campus shall not exceed 20km per hour and any driver found violating the rule shall be arrested and handed over to the law enforcement agents.
He added: “Law enforcement officers should not escort students into IMT for any reason.
“Their presence makes it impossible for IMT security men to control these students.
“Subsequent examinations in the institute shall be conducted under strict supervision, with all the participating students wearing their departmental uniforms and identity cards. “All the students shall sign a code of conduct to be of good behaviour. “The use of ‘pass’ at the gate shall henceforth be enforced.”...For More READ THE FULL STORY ▶▶
