The National Association of Nigeria Students (NANS) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the University of Lagos, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology and Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, to reinstate their students union or face mass action.
The coordinator of Southwest (Zone D), Taiwo Owolewa, who spoke with journalists in Osogbo, Osun state, Wednesday, warned that failure to comply with the demand would trigger massive protests in all the affected institutions.
He said, “We hereby issue a 14 -day ultimatum to UNILAG, OSPOLY and LAUTECH to reinstate its Students’ Union. If this demand is not met, the association will mobilize a massive protest to disrupt academic activities and bring the issue to national attention. This absence undermines students’ rights and limits their ability to voice and safeguard their interests.
“Should this ultimatum pass without action, we are prepared to take decisive action to protect the rights of our Students in Zone D and we will not hesitate to use all available means, including mass protests to ensure that our demands are met.”
He commended the federal government for introducing Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to enhance affordable and sustainable transportation in the Southwest, saying that the initiative was a vital step toward alleviating the daily challenges faced by students and citizens across the region.
“In addition, we recognize the government’s support of the NelFund, which offers opportunities for students to pay their bills regardless of their background,” Owolewa added.