Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) in Awka, Anambra State, has expelled a student, Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, following her assault on a lecturer from the Department of Theatre and Film Studies. The incident, which gained widespread attention after a video surfaced online, reportedly involved Precious attacking the lecturer, Dr. Chukwudi Okoye, after he interrupted a TikTok video she was recording on campus.
In an official expulsion letter dated February 13, 2025, and signed by the Acting Registrar, Mr. Victor I. Modebelu, the university stated that the decision followed the recommendation of the Student Disciplinary Committee. The committee found the student’s actions to be a gross violation of the institution’s disciplinary regulations, specifically Regulation 4 (SDR).
The letter read: “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 Theatre and Film Studies, which was found to be gross misconduct and a violation of the Students Disciplinary Regulations, particularly Regulation 4 (SDR).
Consequently, the Ag. Vice-Chancellor has, on behalf of the University Senate, approved the Committee’s recommendation that you be expelled and you are hereby expelled from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. The expulsion takes immediate effect. “You are expected to vacate the University premises immediately and return any University property in your possession.”
This development underscores the university’s commitment to maintaining discipline and upholding its core values. The incident has sparked widespread reactions and discussions about student conduct and the appropriate use of social media on campus.
