Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has expelled a student, Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, from the Department of History and International Studies for gross misconduct and violating the university’s Student Disciplinary Regulations.
In an official letter dated February 13, 2025, signed by the Acting Registrar, Mr. Victor I. Modebelu, the university confirmed that the decision followed a recommendation from the Student Disciplinary Committee. The committee investigated the student’s involvement in an assault on a lecturer from the Department of Theatre and Film Studies.
According to the statement, the student’s actions were deemed a serious breach of Regulation 4 of the Students Disciplinary Regulations (SDR), which prohibits acts of violence and misconduct within the university. The Acting Vice-Chancellor approved the committee’s recommendation for expulsion on behalf of the University Senate.
“The expulsion takes immediate effect,” the statement read. “You are expected to vacate the university premises immediately and return any university property in your possession.”
The university emphasized its zero-tolerance policy for violence and misconduct, underscoring its commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment for students and staff.
The expulsion notice was also sent to key university officials, including the Dean of Student Affairs, the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, the Chief Legal Officer, and the Chief Safety Officer.
This incident highlights the university’s firm stance on upholding disciplinary standards and protecting the integrity of its academic community.
Further details on the case were not disclosed, and there has been no official comment from the expelled student.
