Student group urges swift rescue after Ogun polytechnic abductions
The National Association of Nigerian Students has strongly condemned the abduction of students from Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade, Ogun State. In a statement, Akinteye Babatunde, the association’s president, called on authorities to ensure the immediate rescue of the abducted students and to improve campus security nationwide. The incident, which occurred at a private hostel, has heightened fears among students in Ogun State. The student body insists that no student should have to risk their safety to pursue education.
What happened
- NANS condemned the kidnapping of Gateway ICT Polytechnic students, calling it a sign of worsening insecurity.
- The abduction happened during an attack on a private hostel along Paraga Road, Ipara, with five students reportedly taken.
- The incident follows a recent security breach at D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, where Ahmed Sekinat was killed and others injured during a robbery.
- NANS urged security agencies to deploy all resources for the safe and unconditional release of the abducted students.
- The association also called for investment in affordable on-campus accommodation to reduce students’ exposure to security risks.
