Bring Them Home Alive: NANS ZONE F Joins NANS President Comr Akinteye Babatunde Afeez To Campaign For The Release Of Abducted Oyo pupils And End to Insecurity

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) Zone F, South East, has declared its full support for the ongoing national campaign against insecurity in Oyo State, reaffirming its commitment to the protection of students and the preservation of a safe learning environment across Nigeria.

In a statement issued by the Coordinator of NANS Zone F, South East, Comrade Emmanuel Ikechukwu Obi, the zone announced its decision to join the national leadership of NANS in a solidarity and advocacy movement aimed at drawing attention to the growing security concerns affecting students and residents of Oyo State.

According to the statement, the South East leadership will be part of a national delegation scheduled to visit Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, where a series of strategic engagements will be held. These activities will include visits to affected institutions, consultations with relevant security agencies, and a peaceful walk designed to raise awareness and demand urgent action against insecurity.

Comrade Obi emphasized that the safety and well-being of Nigerian students must remain a priority for all stakeholders, noting that insecurity continues to pose a significant threat to academic activities, students' welfare, and the overall development of the education sector.

He stated that the movement is not only a show of solidarity with affected students but also a demonstration of NANS' unwavering commitment to defending the interests of students nationwide. He stressed that no student should be forced to pursue education under the fear of violence, intimidation, or insecurity.

The student body further called on government authorities, security agencies, educational administrators, student leaders, and concerned citizens to unite in addressing the security challenges confronting educational institutions and communities in Oyo State.

NANS Zone F maintained that sustainable peace and security are essential for academic excellence and national development, urging all parties to support initiatives that promote safety and stability within the nation's campuses and surrounding communities.

As the advocacy campaign gathers momentum, NANS Zone F South East reiterated its resolve to continue championing the cause of justice, security, and improved welfare for Nigerian students, while working alongside the national leadership to ensure that every student has access to a safe and conducive learning environment.