The management of the University of Port Harcourt has issued an official statement clarifying that Cynthia Chukwundah, who was recently involved in a fire incident with her boyfriend at Choba, is not a student of the institution, contrary to earlier reports.
In a statement released on Tuesday by the Head of Information, Publications, and Public Relations, Sammy Kpenu, the university emphasized that after comprehensive internal checks and verification of student records, there is no evidence linking Chukwundah to the institution.
"Following thorough internal checks and verification of our student records, the University wishes to categorically state that Cynthia Chukwundah is not a student of the University of Port Harcourt," the statement read.
The university urged members of the public to desist from spreading unverified information about the incident and instead allow law enforcement agencies to carry out a thorough and impartial investigation.
"We deeply regret the loss of life associated with this unfortunate event and express our condolences to the families affected," the statement continued.
The management further stated that the university is closely monitoring developments and cooperating fully with relevant authorities to ensure proper investigation of the matter.
UniPort reaffirmed its commitment to the safety, discipline, and general well-being of its students, emphasizing the importance of accurate information during sensitive situations.
Previous reports had incorrectly identified Chukwundah as a 300-level student of the University, a claim now officially refuted by the institution.
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