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Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state has banned with immediate effect, all forms of orchestration, celebration or “signing-off activities by final year students in connection with final examinations on all University Campuses/Premises.
Director, Information and Public Relations, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Comrade Aloysius Attah in a statement on Monday said management decision was predicated on recurring incidents of chaos, violence, vandalism, and disruption of academic and administrative activities associated with such events.
“Management is also concerned about the infiltration of unauthorized persons onto campus during these activities, which poses a serious threat to the safety and security of students, staff, and University property.
“In fulfillment of its statutory obligation to maintain order, protect lives, and safeguard property, Management considers such activities unacceptable and a breach of University regulations,” he said.
Attah warned that any student found to be involved in, organizing, or participating in any form of “signing-off”-or related activities would be liable to severe disciplinary sanctions, including but not limited to rustication and withdrawal in line with the Students’ Handbook.
“Any person who is not a bonafide student or staff of the University found on University premises in connection with such activities shall be arrested and prosecuted for breach of peace, trespass, and disorderly conduct.
“The University Registrar, Dr. Chinenye GlorIa Okeke in an internal memo to the university community had already communicated to the students to focus on their academic responsibilities.
“She also asked staff, students, and members of the public to report any planned or ongoing act of misconduct to the Chief Safety Officer, Dean of Student Affairs, or the nearest University Authority for immediate action.
“The University under the watch of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Bond Ugochukwu Stanley Anyaehie remains committed to providing a safe, peaceful and conducive environment for teaching, learning and research in the university.
“Management will not tolerate any action that undermines this commitment,” Varsity spokesman further warned.
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