The management of the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT) in Enugu has reported the unfortunate passing of Chiamaka Ozoigbondu, a student from Peaceland College, who lost her life in a road accident on campus this past Monday.

This information was conveyed in a statement released by the Acting Rector, Dr. Emeka Ejim, which was shared with the media in Enugu on Wednesday. Dr. Ejim also mentioned that two other students injured in the incident are currently receiving medical treatment.

He expressed the institute's condolences to the family of the deceased and offered sympathy to all those impacted by the tragic loss of this promising young individual.

“Our prayer is that such an incident does not occur again,” he added.

He further stated that following an emergency joint meeting of the Management and Academic Board, on Wednesday, the school resolved that all outstanding examinations be suspended forthwith.

“A three-day mourning period, from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, be observed by staff and students for the repose of the soul of Ozoigbondu and against a recurrence of such a sad incident.

“IMT management will collaborate with security agencies and the bereaved family to ensure that justice is done and seen to be done in this matter.

“All forms of celebration on campus after examinations are hereby banned.

“Students, who wish to celebrate after their exams, can do so outside the IMT premises,” he added.

Ejim also stated that students found celebrating within the institute “would face expulsion and no amount of pressure would make IMT to rescind it”.

The individual clarified that the maximum speed limit for all vehicles on campus is set at 20 kilometers per hour. Any driver who violates this regulation will be apprehended and referred to law enforcement authorities.

“Law enforcement officers should not escort students into IMT for any reason.

“Their presence makes it impossible for IMT security men to control these students.

“Subsequent examinations in the Institute shall be conducted under strict supervision, with all the participating students wearing their departmental uniforms and identity cards.

“All the students shall sign a code of conduct to be of good behaviour.

“The use of ‘pass’ at the gate shall henceforth be enforced,” he added.