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Elegant Nurses Forum demands justice for slain student
The Elegant Nurses Forum (ENF) has condemned the gruesome killing of Miss Vivian Chilaka, a student of the College of Nursing Sciences, Alor, Anambra State, describing the incident as a tragic loss to the nursing profession and the nation.
In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Nurse Thomas Abiodun Olamide, the Forum expressed shock, sadness, and outrage over the circumstances surrounding the death of the young nursing student, whose life was allegedly cut short in a violent attack.
According to the statement, information available to the Forum indicated that Vivian was allegedly stabbed multiple times, including injuries reportedly inflicted around the femoral artery, resulting in severe blood loss and her eventual death. The Forum said reports suggested that the deceased fought desperately against her attackers before she was overpowered.
The ENF further noted that the dog within the compound, known to bark at unfamiliar persons and unusual movements, reportedly did not react on the night of the incident. It said this development raised concerns that those behind the crime might have been familiar with the environment. The Forum added that Vivian’s body was discovered on June 14, 2026, while a knife believed to be linked to the crime was reportedly recovered near her room within the compound.
Beyond the circumstances of her death, the Forum highlighted Vivian’s inspiring personal story. It stated that she had lost her mother a decade ago and her father four years ago, yet remained committed to supporting her two younger brothers through her academic pursuits.
According to the statement, Vivian had initially been studying Computer Science before being encouraged by a sponsor based abroad to switch to Nursing with the prospect of international opportunities after graduation. Her academic brilliance reportedly became evident early in her nursing education, as she won six out of seven awards presented during her matriculation ceremony at the College of Nursing Sciences, Alor.
The Forum described her as an exceptionally gifted student whose future held immense promise.
“Sadly, those dreams have now been shattered. The aspirations of her family, her sponsor, her colleagues, and the Nursing profession have been cruelly interrupted by this senseless act of violence,” the statement read.
The ENF extended condolences to Vivian’s brothers, relatives, classmates, lecturers, sponsor, friends, and members of the nursing community, describing her as a symbol of resilience, excellence, and service to humanity.
Calling for urgent action, the Forum urged security agencies to conduct a thorough, professional, and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death. It also demanded the immediate arrest and prosecution of all those connected to the alleged crime, regardless of their status or influence.
Additionally, the Forum called on women’s rights groups, anti-femicide organisations, civil society bodies, and human rights advocates to monitor the case to ensure justice is served.
Among its other demands, the ENF requested the establishment of a special investigative team if necessary, adequate protection for potential witnesses, and intervention by the Anambra State Government to honour Vivian’s memory.
The Forum appealed to the state government to institute a scholarship or academic excellence award in her name, assume responsibility for her burial expenses, and provide full educational scholarships for her two younger brothers, who are currently in tertiary institutions.
It also urged the government to guarantee employment opportunities with salary support for the brothers upon completion of their studies as a means of restoring hope to the bereaved family.
“The death of Miss Vivian Chilaka is not merely a loss to her family; it is a loss to the Nursing profession, to Anambra State, and to Nigeria as a whole. A nation that fails to protect its brightest young minds risks losing its future,” the statement said.
The Forum stressed that justice must not only be done but must be seen to be done, insisting that those responsible for the killing should be identified, arrested, prosecuted, and punished in accordance with the law.
“The memory of Vivian Chilaka deserves justice. Her family deserves justice. The Nursing community deserves justice,” the statement concluded.