FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUKPO CONDEMNS VIOLENT KILLINGS IN OTOBI-AKPA COMMUNITY
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The Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, condemns the recent violent killings in Otobi-Akpa community.
The community, which is home to the university’s permanent site, was attacked by suspected herdsmen.
The university’s Acting Vice-Chancellor led a delegation to show solidarity with the community, visiting the Och’Idoma’s palace and meeting with the District Head.
Abah described the massacre as “a heinous act of barbarity and man’s inhumanity to man.”
He expressed profound sorrow over the incident, which coincides with FUHSO’s planned relocation to its permanent site in Akwete-Akpa a moment of institutional progress now overshadowed by grief and loss.
“What could possibly justify the slaughter of innocent, peace-loving people in their own homes?” he asked solemnly.
“This community, which plays host not only to our University but also to the Federal Government College and the Otobi Dam, deserves protection, not persecution. The horror visited upon Otobi Akpa is beyond comprehension.”
The vice-chancellor called on security agencies to act swiftly in identifying and prosecuting the perpetrators.
He also appealed to the Nigerian Police Force to establish a permanent police station within the Otobi Akpa axis, to secure this critical federal zone and help prevent future attacks.
During the visit to the Och’Idoma’s palace, Abah conveyed FUHSO’s deepest condolences to the paramount ruler of the Idoma Kingdom.
In response, the visibly emotional monarch revealed that one of the victims was his personal pastor. He called on all Idoma sons and daughters, both at home and abroad, to speak with one voice in demanding justice.
“This is not just about Otobi Akpa,” the monarch said.
“This is about the soul of our people, our heritage and our future. We must speak with one voice and demand justice for our slain.”
The monarch highlighted the importance of Otobi Akpa, noting it as Otukpo’s main water source and host to the Federal University of Health Sciences, and stressed the need for a long-term security solution.
The university delegation accompanying the Acting Vice-Chancellor included senior management members, such as the Acting Registrar, University Librarian, Provost of the College of Medicine, and other key officials.
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