The Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, has clarified that the man who died after jumping from a 3-storey building in Ifite-Awka was not a student of the institution.
According to reports, the deceased, Kenneth Oyeaka Rapuchukwu, jumped from the facility named Seat of Wisdom Lodge on June 5, 2025 after allegedly consuming an illicit substance.
But a statement from the university by Head, Information and Public Relations/Protocols, Mr Louis Njelita insisted that the incident did not involve any of its students.
It added that the institution is not directly connected to the circumstances surrounding the victim’s death.
The statement however revealed that the remains of the deceased have been deposited at the mortuary while thorough investigation by security agencies has commenced.
The statement reads in part, “The attention of the Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, has been drawn to a tragic incident involving one Mr. Kenneth Oyeaka Rapuchukwu, a 28-year-old electrician from Aguleri.
“The man was said to have jumped from a 3-storey building known as Seat of Wisdom Lodge, Ifite-Awka, on June 5, 2025, after allegedly consuming an illicit substance.
“Contrary to information and viral video trending on Social Media, information reveals that Mr. Kenneth Oyeaka Rapuchukwu IS NOT a student of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
“However, the remains of the deceased have been deposited at the mortuary, and a thorough investigation by security agencies is currently underway.
“Meanwhile, the University’s Centre for Counselling and Career Development is well-equipped to address psychological health issues, including substance-related concerns, for both students and staff.
“This makes it unlikely that the victim was a Student of the university.
“The University Management kindly requests the public to remain calm and cooperate with the ongoing investigation by the relevant agencies.
“We appreciate your understanding and co-operation during this time.”
