FUTO Students Boycott Classes After Colleague's Killing

Students at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), have announced a boycott of academic activities from June 1 to June 5, 2026, in response to the killing of 100-level cybersecurity student Chinedu Christogonu. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute over N13,500 related to a textbook purchase.

Chinedu, who served as an aide-de-camp in the university's Man O' War unit, was allegedly assaulted by three fellow students: Chukwuemeka Benedict, Kelechi Gospel, and Ikenna Obioma, resulting in fatal injuries. Following the incident, students staged protests demanding justice, leading to vandalism of school facilities.

The Imo State Police Command has arrested the three suspects in connection with the murder. The Student Union Government, led by President Christoph Chukwuebuka, has called for transparency and accountability regarding the investigation into Chinedu's death, emphasizing the need for measures to ensure student safety and welfare.