“He’s the only son we have” – Abia Poly student drowns in Umuahia river, family mourns

A student of Abia State Polytechnic, Aba, identified as Chidera Kenneth Ogwuru, lost his life in a drowning accident at Umuchime River in Ossah Ibeku, Umuahia Local Government Area of Abia State.

The unfortunate incident occurred on Saturday, November 18, 2023, as the young student was swimming with friends.

According to gathered information, the tragedy unfolded when Chidera, unaware of the river’s depth and tide, jumped into the water with his friends.

Comrade Ugorji Kalu, recounting the incident, stated that the young man’s lack of awareness about the river’s conditions led to the unfortunate outcome.

It became evident that Chidera was in distress only when his friends realized he was drowning, but tragically, their efforts to rescue him were in vain as it was already too late.

Chidera Kenneth Ogwuru, a native of Uzuakoli in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State, was not only a student but also the sole son of his parents.

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