The Enugu State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the deaths of four persons reportedly identified as students of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), following an alleged sign-out celebration at an off-campus hostel in Nsukka.
The incident reportedly occurred on November 11, 2026, at a hostel in the Hilltop area of Nsukka, where the victims, comprising two males and two females, allegedly took ill after consuming alcoholic beverages during a gathering.
Six other students were also reportedly rushed to the hospital for medical attention, while the four victims were confirmed dead on arrival.
The Police Public Relations Officer of the Enugu State Command, SP Daniel Ndukwe, disclosed the development in a statement issued on Thursday.
According to Ndukwe, police operatives recovered alcoholic beverages from the scene, while the remains of the deceased were deposited in a mortuary for autopsy to determine the actual cause of death.
He said the command had launched an investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“Six other students were also rushed to the hospital for treatment, while the four victims were confirmed dead on arrival.
“Alcoholic beverages were recovered from the scene, and the remains of the deceased have been deposited in a mortuary for autopsy.
“The Command is investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident to establish the cause of the deaths.
“Further updates will be communicated as the investigation progresses,” the police spokesperson stated.
The police have yet to establish the exact cause of the deaths, as investigations and medical examinations are expected to provide further clarity on the incident.
Meanwhile, the management of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, had earlier confirmed the deaths of four of its students during an off-campus sign-out celebration.
The university also disclosed that six other students were hospitalised following the incident.
The tragedy has raised concerns over student safety during off-campus social gatherings, as authorities continue efforts to unravel the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
