24/01/2026
OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
STUDENTS’ UNION GOVERNMENT (SUG)
NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
RECOVERY OF ₦240,000 AND CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL AGENTS IN IFITE
The Students’ Union Government, led by the President, Giant Rotr. Comr. Ochuba Chukwusom, has successfully intercepted a fraudulent scheme, leading to the recovery of ₦240,000 belonging to a 100-level student of our prestigious university.
The Incident
The victim was defrauded of the aforementioned sum by an unregistered agent under the guise of a "roommate-option" transaction. Following the payment, the student was not only denied access to the room but was also forcefully ordered to vacate the premises.
SUG Intervention and Recovery
Upon receiving the report, the SUG President and his team took immediate and decisive action:
Rapid Response: The team mobilized to the lodge, engaging the caretaker and landlord to secure a 7-day grace period for the student, ensuring she was not left stranded.
The Manhunt: A rigorous investigation led to the apprehension of the primary suspect. Through tactical interrogation, two other illegal agents involved in the operation were exposed and tracked down.
Full Restitution: The entire extorted sum of ₦240,000 was forcefully recovered and has been returned to the student. We are pleased to announce that she has since secured alternative, legitimate accommodation.
The Office of the PRO wishes to remind all students that while the Union remains your shield, personal vigilance is the first line of defense.
Verified Dealings Only: Students are strictly warned to engage only with agents who possess a valid, SUG-issued identification card.
Liability: Any student who chooses to patronize unregistered agents does so at their own peril. The Union may not be able to intervene in cases where students willfully disregard these safety protocols.
The Intelligence Factor: Being a student is synonymous with being informed. Do not let desperation cloud your judgment; demand credentials before any financial commitment.
Final Warning to Fraudsters
To the illegal agents still operating within the Ifite axis: consider this your final notice. The SUG is committed to a relentless crackdown on all forms of student exploitation. We will continue to identify, apprehend, and hand over criminal elements to the appropriate authorities.
THE HERO IS HERE
Signed:
Giant Comr Ifeanyi James Nduba
(Jaymie-Batman)
Public Relations Officer,
Students’ Union Government,
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.