FUTO Students in Uproar as Price of Fufu Wraps Soar to ₦130
FUTO students express outrage as the cost of fufu wraps within the campus hits ₦130, exacerbating financial burdens and prompting calls for intervention.
Mary Nwaeze 
Students at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) have expressed outrage and frustration as the price of a popular staple food, fufu, hits an unprecedented ₦130 per wrap within the campus vicinity. This sharp increase has sparked concerns among the student body, already grappling with financial constraints exacerbated by rising living costs.
Speaking to our correspondent, several students lamented the impact of this price hike on their already strained budgets. "It's becoming increasingly difficult to afford basic meals on campus," remarked one student, who wished to remain anonymous. "With the price of fufu reaching ₦130 per wrap, many of us are left wondering how we're expected to cope."
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The escalating cost of living has been a persistent issue for students at FUTO, with many struggling to balance academic demands with financial pressures. "We're constantly faced with challenges ranging from high tuition fees to exorbitant prices of everyday items," another student stated. "This latest increase in the price of fufu only adds to our burden."
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Efforts to mitigate the situation are underway, with students calling on university authorities to intervene and address the rising cost of essential goods on campus. Calls for subsidies or price controls have been echoed across social media platforms, with students organizing protests and campaigns to demand action.
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In response to inquiries about the price surge, vendors cited various factors including inflation, transportation costs, and supply chain disruptions. However, they assured students that they would explore options to alleviate the financial strain, such as offering discounts or introducing more affordable meal options.
As the debate over the affordability of campus life intensifies, students at FUTO remain resolute in their determination to seek solutions that will enable them to thrive academically without undue financial hardship.
