NANS criticises police harassment and rising rent for students in Southwest
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) Southwest Zone D has voiced strong concerns about increasing police harassment and rising accommodation costs affecting students in the region. Josiah Adeyemo, the Zonal Coordinator, highlighted these issues during a press conference in Akure alongside other student leaders. The association condemned police brutality and called for urgent reforms to protect students. NANS also criticised worsening electricity supply and urged authorities to address these pressing challenges.
What happened
- Josiah Adeyemo and NANS Southwest leaders reported frequent harassment, intimidation, and extortion of students by law enforcement officers.
- The group cited incidents such as an alleged shooting in Osogbo and the assault of a Students’ Union President in Ogun State.
- NANS raised alarm over excessive rents imposed by landlords, forcing students into overcrowded and unsafe housing.
- The association passed a vote of no confidence in the Federal Ministry of Power led by Adebayo Adelabu due to poor electricity supply.
- NANS commended the University of Lagos for reinstating its Students’ Union Government and acknowledged support from Ayodele Olawande and Asefon Sunday for student leadership initiatives.
