Rivers State University Suspends Four Students For Assaulting Colleague
Victor, a 300-level student from the Department of Sociology, found himself on the receiving end of a brutal beating that left him with injuries to his right eye and other parts of his body. The incident, which occurred on June 12, 2024, at Hostel F in the university campus, quickly became the talk of the town.
Little did Victor Tobin know that his stroll on the pavement near the Man O’ War office would lead to a dramatic turn of events. The Man O’ War officials, known for their fierce protection of campus rules, took offense at his path choice and decided to give him a “lesson” he wouldn’t forget.
News of the assault spread like wildfire, and soon, hundreds of students staged a protest at the Man O’ War office, demanding justice for their colleague. The protestors, including female students, called for the disbandment of the campus security outfit, citing concerns about their aggressive behavior.
Eyewitnesses reported that the incident began when Victor allegedly walked on the pavement near the Man O’ War office, which prompted an aggressive response from the personnel. The university management, however, has not reported the matter to the police and is handling it internally.
The university’s Acting Registrar, Mrs. I. B. S. Harry, released a statement announcing the suspension of four students involved in the assault. The students, who are members of the Man O’ War, were suspended for one academic session for their actions.
In the statement, Mrs. Harry emphasized the importance of peace and adherence to regulations among students, stressing that such actions would not be tolerated. She called on the student population to continue to live in peace and harmony and comply scrupulously with all the rules and regulations of the university.
The suspended students are:
- Monsi Baridukaka Nwaaelibabari, Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Victor Chibuike Daniel, Department of Animal Science
- Ezems Ikechukwu Goodluck, Department of Electrical Engineering
- Wilson Jacob Ree-Ugani, Department of Marine Engineering
As the university community grapples with the aftermath of this incident, one thing is clear: the need for a safe and secure campus environment where students can learn and thrive without fear of violence or intimidation.
