Riara University Breaks Silence After Video of Its Students Bullying Lady in Washroom Surfaces

Riara University has broken its silence after a video involving its students allegedly bullying and assaulting a lady inside a club restroom sparked concern online.

The incident involved Jahenda, who was seen being ordered to jog and run around the restroom as the ladies mocked and threatened her.

Reports have identified some of the ladies involved as Nicole and Vania, who were seen confronting Jahenda during the incident.

“We refer to a video that has been shared online depicting several female individuals threatening and assaulting another female individual in what appears to be a public bathroom,” Riara University said.

Riara University Condemns Bullying Incident

Following the circulation of the video, the university said some of the individuals depicted were reportedly its students.

Riara University condemned the alleged conduct, stressing that violence, intimidation and bullying conflict with its institutional values and student standards.

“Riara University unequivocally condemns violence, intimidation, bullying, harassment or misconduct in any form,” it stated.

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Although the alleged incident occurred off campus, the institution said such conduct contradicts its Student Code of Conduct and institutional policies.

University Launches Internal Review

As a result, the university leadership has initiated an internal review to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine whether any students breached institutional rules.

The university also said it would cooperate with investigative authorities as it handles the matter under its established policies.

“The University leadership has initiated an internal review of the matter in accordance with our Student Code of Conduct and institutional policies, and we are committed to cooperation with investigative authorities,” the statement read.

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Vania Apologizes to Jahenda

Meanwhile, Vania apologized to Jahenda following the incident and acknowledged that her actions had been unacceptable.

She also said being drunk did not justify the bullying.

“We were drunk and I know that it isn’t a valid excuse to bully someone because I know I wouldn’t want the same to be done to me. I’m sorry Jahenda for what happened yesterday and I know apologizing doesn’t change anything, but I genuinely am sorry,” Vania stated.

Riara University maintained that it remains committed to maintaining a safe, respectful and responsible academic community.

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A photo of Jahenda and Vania in a club restroom where Jahenda was being bullied by Vania and other ladies. PHOTO/ Screengrab