PANS UNN Denies 7 Pharmacy Students Died In Lodge Party Incident

The Pharmaceutical Association of Nigerian Students (PANS), University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) Chapter, has dismissed reports claiming that seven pharmacy students died in a party incident at End in Praise Lodge, Hilltop.

The association said there was no confirmed information indicating that any pharmacy student was among those who lost their lives in the incident.

The clarification was contained in a statement signed by the PANS UNN President, Comrade Onah Olisemeka, and its Secretary-General, Obasi Chibuike, following reports linking pharmacy students to the incident.

According to the statement, the association had received reports alleging that seven pharmacy students died during the incident, prompting it to investigate the claims and establish the facts.

As part of the efforts, Olisemeka said he visited Faith Foundation Hospital, where the bodies of four victims, comprising two males and two females, were deposited at the mortuary.

He said he personally viewed the deceased but could not identify any of them as pharmacy students.

The PANS president added that he also made enquiries about the victims and other people affected by the incident.

Among those hospitalised, he identified two familiar UNN social media personalities: Rymez, known for street vlogging, and Golden, who is popular for dance content.

The association acknowledged that the reports might have caused anxiety among pharmacy students, their relatives, friends and other members of the university community.

It urged the public to avoid circulating unverified claims and to rely on credible information rather than speculation as enquiries into the incident continue.

PANS UNN said it would monitor developments and share any verified information relevant to its members.

It also extended its thoughts and prayers to everyone affected by the incident.