Students abduction: FUTO VC visits Imo CP, seeks security beef up within campus

Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ikechukwu Nosike Dozie, visited the Imo State Police Commissioner, Audu Garba Bosso, on urgent security concerns following the abduction of two students and murder of another, Ossy Onuoha, within the university campus. Onuoha, a bank manager, was shot while returning home with his children.

The police spokesperson, Henry Okoye, informed that discussions centered on security within FUTO and surrounding areas, as well as broader threats to the university community.

Imo State Police Commissioner assured the delegation that his command had heightened security measures along the Ihiagwa, Eziobodo, Obinze, and Nekede routes, targeting kidnapping and cult-related activities. He further revealed that he had met with Nekede axis stakeholders on September 3, 2026, to discuss similar security concerns.

The police commissioner expressed confidence in the ongoing cooperation between the police and the university, and emphasized the importance of regular community engagement to obtain timely intelligence.

CP Bosso directed the Owerri Area Commander, DPO Ihiagwa, Commander VCRU, and the Anti-Kidnapping Unit to intensify efforts to rescue the abducted students and bring the culprits to justice. He mourned the loss of Mr. Ossy Onuoha and appealed for public vigilance, urging students, staff, residents, and other stakeholders to report any suspicious activities to the police.

The police commissioner underscored that security is a shared responsibility and pledged continued collaboration with FUTO management and host communities to ensure a safe environment for students, staff, and the broader community, in line with the Safe School Initiative.