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By Anthony Maliki, Abuja
The management of the University of Jos has debunked claims that the demise of a student of the university was due to negligence and certain deficiencies associated with her treatment in the university clinic.
The management stated categorically that no student or staff of the university has passed away in the university’s health centre within the past year.
In a statement by Abdullahi Abdullahi, Senior Deputy Registrar, Information and Publications to Apex News Exclusive Monday night, the specific incident involving a female student, Miss Nankling Samuel, who was admitted to the clinic, was due to a health crisis related to Sickle Cell Anemia.
According to the statement, despite the best efforts of the medical team at the centre, Miss Nankling’s condition did not improve, prompting a referral to the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH), where she later tragically passed away.
The university management expressed its deepest condolences to the family of Miss Nankling Samuel, a 300 level student of the Department of Political Science and considers the loss of such promising student as a profound tragedy.
The statement noted that management has since directed the Students Affairs Directorate to reach out to the family to convey its sympathies and offer them support during this difficult time preparatory to a formal condolence visit by members of management.
“In light of recent protests by students that led to the closure of entrances into the university and disrupted activities on campus, the university administration has engaged with representatives of the student body to address their concerns and grievances believing that through open dialogue and constructive engagement, all issues affecting the Students will be resolved amicably”, the statement added.
It stressed that following discussions with the student representatives, it was agreed that the university Administration will take immediate steps to address pressing issues such as the provision of water and the renovation of essential utilities within the campus.
Additionally, matters that require more time for resolution will be handled through established procedures and channels as the university remains committed to the well-being and welfare of all its students and staff, the statement explained.
The management reassured members of the public that the university remains open and fully functional for all Academic and Administrative activities.
The statement advised students to exercise caution and avoid being swayed by mischief-makers seeking to sow discord within the university community.
“They can always obtain accurate information about the University from official University communication channels or their designated representatives”, the statement noted.
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