The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS and the National Association of Ogun State Students, NAOSS, have warned student associations in the state to refrain from endorsing politicians vying for public offices.
The student bodies described such endorsement as an anathema, emphasizing that students are not politicians and should not dabble in partisan politics.
The National President Vice President of NANS on Inter-Campus and Gender Affairs and the National President of NAOSS,
Akinbodunse Sileola Felicia and Olubodun Olalekan, in a statement jointly signed on Wednesday, insisted that students are in school to acquire knowledge and excel academically, and not to engage in partisan politics.
According to them, all students should focus on their academic pursuits rather than being used as political puppets.
The statement reads in part, “We want to urge students in the state to avoid partisan politics; rather, they should prioritize their academic endeavors. We’re committed to promoting students’ interests and ensuring they have the best possible environment to succeed.
“We will continue to work with the state government to promote education and student welfare. The associations believe that students should not be swayed by politicians seeking to exploit them for their own gain. Instead, they should channel their energy into academic excellence and contribute positively to society.
“Our associations will continue to promote a culture of academic excellence and discourage any form of partisan politics among students in the state. NANS and NAOSS urge all student associations to join us in rejecting politicians’ attempts to manipulate students for their own interests.
“By staying focused on their studies, Ogun State students can achieve greatness and contribute to the state’s development. Our stance is clear: students first, politics later.”
The Association, however, commended the Abiodun-led administration for transforming the education sector and providing a conducive learning environment for students to be at the top of their academic pursuit.
“Governor Abiodun’s administration has made significant strides in education development, including signing into laws the appointment of Principals-General and Headmasters-General, allowing teachers to attain positions equivalent to that of Permanent Secretary in the mainstream civil service.
“We also commend Governor Abiodun-led administration for its ability to reconstruct over 1,600kilometres road since 2019. His recent disclosure at the inauguration of the 3-Km Wole Soyinka Train Station in Abeokuta, that no fewer than 20 already finished roads were awaiting commissioning was a positive development.
“While NANS and NAOSS applaud the synergy between the Ogun State government and the federal government on the reconstruction of key roads in the state, we are excited that Governor Abiodun-led administration will embark on commissioning of at least one road project every week across Ogun for the next two month”.
Refrain from endorsing politicians – NANS, NAOSS warn students in Ogun
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