Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has expelled a student, Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, for attacking a lecturer in a widely publicized altercation over a TikTok video.
The university’s decision was outlined in an official expulsion letter dated February 13, 2025, signed by the Acting Registrar, Mr. Victor I. Modebelu. According to the letter, the expulsion follows the recommendation of the Student Disciplinary Committee, which deemed Precious’ actions a serious violation of the institution’s disciplinary regulations, specifically Regulation 4 (SDR).
The incident, which sparked public outrage, occurred when Precious was interrupted while filming a TikTok video on campus. The confrontation escalated, leading to her allegedly biting Dr. Chukwudi Okoye, a lecturer in the Department of Theatre and Film Studies. Footage of the altercation went viral, prompting widespread calls for disciplinary action.
In its statement, the university emphasized its commitment to maintaining discipline, stressing that the decision to expel Precious was necessary to uphold academic and ethical standards.
“The Ag. Vice-Chancellor has received the report from the Student Disciplinary Committee on the case of your assault on a lecturer from the Department of Theatre and Film Studies, which was found to be a gross misconduct and violation of the Students Disciplinary Regulations, particularly Regulation 4 (SDR),” the expulsion letter read.
“Consequently, the Ag. Vice-Chancellor has, on behalf of the University Senate, approved the Committee’s recommendation that you be expelled, and you are hereby expelled from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. The expulsion takes immediate effect.”
The university further directed Precious to vacate the premises immediately and return any university property in her possession.
The expulsion has triggered mixed reactions, with some supporting the university’s firm stance on discipline, while others debate the severity of the punishment.
