University declares three days of mourning as investigations begin into suspected alcohol abuse and possible drug-related activities
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has confirmed the death of four students and the hospitalisation of six others following a house party held outside the university campus.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Simon Ortuanya, disclosed that investigations were underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to the university, preliminary findings have raised concerns about possible alcohol abuse and the presence of drug-related paraphernalia at the gathering.
The institution said it was cooperating with security agencies to unravel the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
In response to the incident, the university declared three days of mourning and suspended all social and academic activities during the period.
The university community was also urged to remain calm and avoid speculation while investigations continue.
The institution said further efforts were being made to establish what led to the deaths and hospitalisation of the students.