Ajayi Crowther University Mourns Tragic Loss: Declares Lecture-Free Week
In the wake of the heartbreaking demise of a student, Ajayi Crowther University, the University administration declared a halt to all academic and social activities to mourn the passing of the deceased, adding that a candlelight vigil would be organized in his remembrance.
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In the wake of the heartbreaking demise of a student, Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo State has declared a lecture-free week to mourn the tragic loss.
This follows the devastating death of a second-year student, Akro Jeffrey Chamuke of Ajayi Crowther University, who was allegedly beaten to death by a fellow student in the University campus. Reports indicate that the late Jeffrey was the offspring of Princess Antonia Emiko, the daughter of Olu Erejuwa II (1951-1986), and a niece of the incumbent Olu of Warri. He was also a first cousin of His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri Kingdom. This murder case has caused a lot of public outcry.
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In light of this, the University administration declared a halt to all academic and social activities to mourn the passing of the deceased, adding that a candlelight vigil would be organized in his remembrance.
They made this known on their social media handle where they tweeted @official_acusa, “Ajayi Crowther University has declared a lecture-free week to mourn the passing of our student, AKRO Jeffery Chamuke. All events are suspended, academic and social. And a prayer and fasting session will be held from today till Friday in his honor”, it read.
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The management further stated, “It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our brother and fellow student, AKRO Jeffery Chamuke, at Ajayi Crowther University a few days ago. In honor of his memory, a candlelight vigil will be held by both students and the university’s management”.
