Unconfirmed reports of armed invasion spark tension and security concerns at Federal University of Technology Owerri.
Fear has gripped students and residents around the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), following reports of an alleged armed invasion near the campus.
Eyewitness accounts circulating on social media claim that suspected armed men were sighted around key access roads leading into the university environment.
The reports, which remain unverified by security agencies, have sparked panic among students who feared a possible attack or abduction attempt.
While some online posts described the attackers as suspected Fulani herdsmen, authorities have not confirmed the identity of the individuals involved.
The university management is yet to release an official statement, but tension remains high as students demand urgent security reinforcement.
This incident adds to growing concerns over safety in tertiary institutions across Nigeria.