A university class representative has reportedly been arrested after course mates accused him of inflating the price of a compulsory course material and misappropriating funds meant for students.
According to reports making the rounds on social media, the class rep allegedly sold a course handbook that was originally priced at ₦3,500 for ₦8,500, sparking outrage among his classmates. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
Sources claimed that suspicion began to grow after students noticed the class representative suddenly upgraded his mobile phone from an iPhone XR to an iPhone 16 within a short period.
The unexpected lifestyle change reportedly raised questions about the handling of funds collected for the course material, prompting some students to investigate further.
Following the growing concerns, it was gathered that some course mates allegedly reported the matter to the appropriate authorities. This action reportedly led to the arrest of the class representative over accusations of price inflation and financial misconduct.
As of the time of filing this report, key details surrounding the incident — including the name of the institution involved, the identity of the class representative, and the exact charges filed against him — remain unclear.
The incident has since sparked conversations online about accountability among student leaders and transparency in handling collective funds within tertiary institutions.