Seven students of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), are feared dead following a reported incident at a private gathering in the Hilltop area of Nsukka, Enugu State, although the university has yet to confirm the casualty figure or establish what happened.

The incident, reported on Thursday, November 12, 2026, was initially linked to a house party organised by Pharmacy graduates to celebrate the completion of their studies.

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The circumstances surrounding the reported deaths remain unclear.

UNN’s Acting Public Relations Officer, Inya Agha Egwu, told journalists that the university would issue an official statement on the matter.

“Those calling in connection with the incident that happened last night should please hold on. We will issue an official statement on the matter soon,” Egwu said in a message to journalists on Thursday morning.

The reports have, however, raised questions about the number of victims and the circumstances of the incident.

While The Sun reported that seven students were feared dead, other media outlets put the figure at six, describing the victims as five female graduates and one male graduate reportedly found in an apartment in the same Hilltop area.

The conflicting accounts have not been resolved by an official statement from the university or the police.

The identities of those reportedly affected and the cause of the incident also remain unconfirmed.

The gathering was said to have been organised as a sign-out celebration by students who had completed their Pharmacy studies.

However, there is currently no verified official account explaining what happened at the venue or how the reported deaths occurred.

The university’s response is now awaited as students, families and residents seek clarification over the disturbing reports.

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Until management or the relevant authorities provide confirmation, the reported casualty figures and explanations circulating online should be treated with caution.