Fraud and Property Theft Scandal Unfolds at COOU, SUG and School Management Urged to Intervene

In a shocking revelation, students at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) in Anambra State have allegedly been defrauded of their hard-earned money and fallen victim to property theft in a lodge known as GRA. The alarming situation has prompted a call for urgent intervention from the Student Union Government (SUG) and the school management.

Reports indicate that the mastermind behind these fraudulent activities is a purported lawyer who oversees the operations of the lodge. According to distressed students, the individual has been preying on those desperately seeking accommodation, exploiting their vulnerability by unlawfully taking their money.

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Furthermore, it has come to light that the unscrupulous individual has resorted to breaking into the rooms of students who are not present, stealing valuable belongings and leaving a trail of anguish in the process. The affected students are left not only without accommodation but also deprived of their personal belongings.

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In response to these distressing developments, a public advisory has been issued, urging all students to refrain from making any payments to the individual in question and to avoid the GRA lodge until the matter is thoroughly investigated. The warning emphasizes that any financial transactions with this individual are at the payer's own risk.

"We want to caution all students to exercise extreme caution and vigilance when dealing with accommodation matters, especially at GRA Lodge. Your safety and security are paramount, and we will not tolerate any form of exploitation or criminal activities targeting our students," stated a concerned student representative.

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The plea extends to both the Student Union Government and the school management to launch an immediate investigation into the alleged fraudulent activities at GRA Lodge. The call for intervention is motivated by the need to ensure the safety and well-being of the students and to hold accountable those responsible for these reprehensible actions.

The COOU community is now anxiously awaiting a response from the relevant authorities as students express their concerns over the potential compromise of their safety within the university premises. As the investigation unfolds, the hope is that swift and decisive action will be taken to address the issue and prevent any further harm to the student body.