Young Graduate Crushed By Tanker: Abia State Polytechnic Community Grieves

Tragedy struck the bustling campus of Abia State Polytechnic, Aba, on Tuesday, shrouding the institution in sorrow as Miss Ezekiel Mary Ogechi, a promising fresh graduate, met with a devastating fate.

With her dreams of embarking on the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme on the horizon, Ogechi, an accounting graduate, arrived at her alma mater to complete her academic clearance, a routine step before stepping into the realm of adulthood.

As the sun set, Ogechi chatted happily with classmates, looking forward to joining NYSC. Her excellence in accounting made her a respected figure among peers and faculty.

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, her journey was abruptly cut short by the relentless wheels of a fast-moving tanker. Witnesses recounted the harrowing scene: Ogechi, affectionately known as Oge by those who cherished her, was struck by a tricycle as she attempted to traverse the busy thoroughfare. Before she could rise from the ground, a thundering truck thundered past, sealing her tragic fate beneath its monstrous weight.

The campus, once abuzz with the chatter of eager minds, was plunged into mourning as the news of Ogechi’s untimely demise spread like wildfire. Anguish gripped the hearts of her fellow students, igniting a blaze of fury that threatened to engulf the tranquil corridors of the Polytechnic. In a show of solidarity and grief, enraged students rallied together, their cries for justice echoing through the hallowed halls of learning.

Yet, amidst the chaos, a semblance of order emerged as the vigilant intervention of the institution’s management and the Students Union Government quelled the rising tide of anger. Through impassioned pleas and heartfelt appeals, the restless sea of students was pacified, their tempest of emotions gradually subsiding into a solemn calm.

Despite the somber atmosphere that pervaded the campus, silence shrouded the official response from the Polytechnic, leaving questions lingering in the minds of many. The absence of a statement only served to deepen the mystery surrounding Ogechi’s tragic fate, leaving her grieving loved ones yearning for closure.

Efforts to seek clarity from the Abia State Police Command yielded no response, as queries directed to the spokesperson, ASP Maureen Chinaka, remained unanswered. The deafening silence from authorities only added to the sense of disillusionment and frustration that gripped the community, amplifying calls for accountability and justice in the wake of yet another heartbreaking loss.

The sadness of the recent tragedy reminded everyone of a similar incident that happened a few months ago. It showed how important it is to make roads safer for everyone.

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