Fed Poly Oko Clarifies Misinformation, Says No Student Lost His or Her Life

Fed Poly Oko Clarifies Misinformation, Says No Student Lost His or Her Life.

The attention of the Management of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, has been drawn to various reports and narratives circulating on social media concerning the unfortunate collapse of a multi-storey building in Amaokpala, a neighbouring community to Oko town, Anambra State.

For the avoidance of doubt, the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, wishes to state categorically that the collapsed building is not located within the premises of the Polytechnic. The incident occurred at Amaokpala, a neighbouring community, and involved a privately owned lodge occupied by both students and non-students.

The building, reportedly known as the 5 Elite Storey Building and located beside Tonimas Filling Station, collapsed late Sunday night. Contrary to some misleading reports circulating on social media, the incident did not occur inside the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, neither were all the occupants of the building students of the Polytechnic.

The Polytechnic further wishes to clarify that, as of the time of filing this report, no student of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, has been confirmed dead, and no life has been lost in the unfortunate incident.

Upon receiving information about the incident, the Rector of the Polytechnic, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, was at the scene as early as 6:36 a.m. to personally ascertain the extent of the incident and establish the welfare of students who might have been affected.

The Rector was received at the scene by the President of the Students’ Union Government, Giant Comrade Anuluonye Ifechukwu Joseph, the Public Relations Officer of the Polytechnic, Dr. Oguegbu Celestine Udoka, the Dean of Students’ Affairs, Comrade Chibuzo Asomugha, the Chief Security Officer (CSO) of the polytechnic, and other members of staff of the Polytechnic.

The Anambra State Commissioner for Works, Architect Okey Ezeobi, alongside the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Ben Obidike, was also at the scene to assess the situation and support the ongoing rescue efforts.

Information gathered as of the time of this report indicates that some occupants have already been rescued and are receiving medical attention at a nearby hospital for injuries reportedly described as not life threatening. It is further understood that approximately two persons, who are reportedly not students of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, may still be trapped, with rescue personnel continuing efforts to locate and rescue them.

It is important to note that the incident occurred after students of the Polytechnic had completed their second-semester examinations, with a significant number of students already having vacated their hostels and travelled home for the ongoing short break.

The Federal Polytechnic, Oko, therefore urges members of the public to disregard unverified reports, sensational claims, and misleading narratives concerning the incident. In particular, reports suggesting that the collapse occurred inside the Polytechnic or that a large number of Polytechnic students are trapped in the building are false and misleading.

The Polytechnic remains deeply concerned about the safety and welfare of its students and will continue to monitor the situation closely while rescue operations remain ongoing.

The institution also commends the emergency responders, government officials, local volunteers, security personnel, and other individuals involved in the rescue operation.

Further updates will be provided as credible information becomes available.

Signed:
Dr. Oguegbu Celestine Udoka
Public Relations Officer
Federal Polytechnic, Oko

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