Tragedy struck at the Ekoli Creek in Yenagoa as a 200-level Chemical Engineering student from the Federal University, Otuoke, reportedly drowned while attempting to swim across the river over a N300 bet.
The incident occurred on Sunday morning, and as of the time of reporting, the student’s body had yet to be recovered, and his identity remained unknown.
According to sources familiar with the event, the victim had placed a bet with his coursemates, claiming he could successfully swim across the creek. Each participant contributed N300 to the stake.
“He was confident he could make it across, but while swimming, he suddenly went under and has not been seen since,” a fellow student recounted.
Efforts to reach the university’s Public Relations Officer, Ms. Mercy Ekott, for comments were unsuccessful, as she did not respond to calls.
Similarly, when contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Musa Mohammed, stated that he had not yet been briefed on the incident and could not confirm the student’s identity.
“I have no information on the case at the moment, but I will provide updates once I receive any,” Mohammed assured.
Meanwhile, the search for the missing student continues.
