The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of three students of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) in connection with the alleged murder of 21-year-old undergraduate, Chinedu Christogonus.
- Incident: Chinedu, a 100-level Cybersecurity student, was reportedly beaten to death on Saturday by members of the university’s Man O’ War organisation after being accused of stealing ₦13,500.
- Police Action: Authorities say the suspects are now in custody and investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
- Campus Reaction: The incident has sparked outrage among students and staff, with calls for justice and stricter regulation of campus paramilitary groups.
- Next Steps: The police have assured the public that those found culpable will face prosecution, while the university community mourns the loss of a promising young student.
This case highlights growing concerns about student safety and the unchecked activities of campus security groups across Nigerian universities.
