BREAKING: Tension as EFCC Arrests FUTA Students During Midnight Operation
Reports reaching Myschoolnews indicates that the EFCC operatives arrived at the students' lodges around 2 am, catching many by surprise. Videos circulating on social media depict the alleged actions of the anti-graft officers, including forcibly entering rooms and apprehending students.
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has ignited tension following the arrest of several students from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) during a midnight operation. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, February 14, saw EFCC operatives storming the students' lodges in a surprise raid.
Reports indicate that the EFCC operatives arrived at the students' lodges around 2 am, catching many by surprise. Videos circulating on social media depict the alleged actions of the anti-graft officers, including forcibly entering rooms and apprehending students.
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According to eyewitnesses, the sudden intrusion led to confusion and fear among the students, with some mistaking the EFCC operatives for kidnappers. The operation, which targeted several hostels near Orita Obele and Road block areas, reportedly resulted in the arrest of an unspecified number of students.
Additionally, reports suggest that the EFCC officials not only conducted arrests but also caused damage to students' properties during the operation. Some students allegedly suffered assault and brutality during the ordeal, with female students also reportedly subjected to mistreatment.
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The EFCC's actions have sparked outrage and condemnation on social media, with many questioning the timing and methods of the operation. Concerns have been raised about the manner in which the raid was conducted and the welfare of the affected students.
This recent incident adds to a series of similar raids carried out by the EFCC in university hostels across the country. In a previous incident at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), over 70 students were reportedly arrested during a midnight raid by EFCC officials.
As the situation unfolds, there are calls for transparency and accountability regarding the EFCC's operations, especially concerning the treatment of students and respect for their rights.The EFCC's actions at FUTA have heightened tensions and raised questions about the agency's approach to combating financial crimes on university campuses.
