UNIZIK Orders Probe Into Alleged Sexual Misconduct, Condemns Assault Of Lecturer

The Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, has ordered an immediate investigation into the alleged sexual misconduct involving a female student and a lecturer in the Department of Chinese Studies.

The incident, which happened within the university environment on Saturday, August 15, was captured on video and later circulated widely on social media.

UNIZIK’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Aloysius Attah, condemned the alleged assault of the lecturer and described violence and jungle justice as unacceptable.

Management said while the university maintains zero tolerance for sexual misconduct and harassment, allegations must be handled through established institutional procedures and due process.

The university said the investigation will be comprehensive and impartial to establish the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident.

UNIZIK added that appropriate administrative action will be taken based on the findings, while reaffirming its commitment to protecting the dignity, safety and wellbeing of both staff and students.