UNIZIK Security Department Enforces Strict Ban on Knock-Outs During Yuletide Season and Beyond; The Security Department of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka has issued a strict directive reaffirming the complete ban on the use of knock-outs (bangers) within the university community. The prohibition takes effect immediately and will remain in force throughout the Yuletide season and indefinitely beyond.
According to the announcement signed by the Chief Safety Officer, Ken Chukwurah, the directive aligns with the Federal Government’s nationwide ban on the use of knock-outs and other similar explosive devices.
Purpose of the Ban
The university noted that knock-outs often create unnecessary tension, as the explosions may be mistaken for gunshots or other dangerous incidents. The ban aims to prevent panic, ensure public safety, and maintain a calm, secure atmosphere within the university and its surrounding neighborhoods.
Enforcement Measures
The UNIZIK Safety Department emphasized that the ban is active and fully enforceable, warning that extant laws and university regulations prohibiting the use of explosive devices will be applied without exception. Anyone caught violating this directive will face appropriate disciplinary or legal consequences.
Commitment to Campus Safety
In the statement, the department assured the university community of its dedication to maintaining a safe environment conducive to learning, research, and peaceful coexistence. Students, staff, and residents were strongly urged to comply fully with the directive.
Advisory to the University Community
All members of the UNIZIK community are advised to avoid the use of knock-outs and other similar items throughout the festive season and beyond. Full cooperation is essential to sustaining peace and protecting lives and property on campus.
