A final-year student at Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), identified as Mbah Ezinne, has tragically been found dead in her room. The devastating discovery of the lifeless body of this Department of Anatomy student sent shockwaves through her family, friends, and the entire university community.
Ezinne, who had been an active member of her church community, was well-known and highly-regarded by those around her. She had been actively participating in various aspects of university life, making her sudden passing all the more heartbreaking.
On Friday, July 28, 2023, Ezinne attended a praise night event with her friends. The gathering concluded around 4:00 am the following morning, as participants dispersed to prepare for the upcoming Youth Day festivities scheduled for Sunday, July 30.
Concerns began to arise when Ezinne failed to appear at the church service on the morning of July 30. Her friends and family tried to contact her via phone, but received only an automated response indicating her mobile line was unreachable. This raised alarm, and her brother Stephen, along with several friends, decided to visit her residence to check on her safety.
Upon their arrival on Monday afternoon, July 31, they looked through the window and saw Ezinne along with a male companion, later identified as her coursemate, lying on the floor. Faced with this distressing scene, they wisely refrained from entering the apartment and promptly sought the help of local authorities.
Local law enforcement responded swiftly to the call for assistance. With guidance from concerned neighbors, Stephen and the police were able to gain access to the apartment. Both Ezinne and her male companion were rushed to the hospital, where medical professionals worked tirelessly to stabilize them.
Tragically, upon arrival at the hospital, Ezinne was pronounced dead. Her untimely passing has left a significant void in the hearts of all who knew her. Meanwhile, the identity of her male companion remains undisclosed, and he continues to fight for his life in the hospital.
The loss of a young and vibrant life like Ezinne's is truly heartbreaking, leaving those who knew her grieving and seeking answers. The circumstances surrounding this tragic incident have sent shockwaves through the university community and beyond.
