Students of the Edo State-owned Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, have reportedly abandoned their lectures due to fears of being arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The students' decision to stay away from classes follows a recent raid by the EFCC, targeting individuals involved in internet fraud and other financial crimes. Many students have been arrested and detained by the anti-graft agency in recent times.
As a result, the students have become increasingly anxious, fearing that they might be next on the EFCC's list. The university's management has attempted to reassure the students, stating that the EFCC's actions are targeted at specific individuals and not the entire student body.
However, the students remain skeptical, and many have opted to stay away from campus until the situation is resolved. The development has disrupted academic activities, with many lectures and exams being postponed or canceled.
The EFCC's crackdown on internet fraud and other financial crimes in the university has sparked a heated debate about the agency's methods and the impact on innocent students. While some have praised the EFCC's efforts to combat crime, others have criticized the agency's approach, arguing that it is heavy-handed and indiscriminate.
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