NANS engages FUOYE VC over SUG president's suspension

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has initiated dialogue with the Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Professor Abayomi Fasina, concerning the recent suspension of the institution's Students' Union Government (SUG) President, James Adio.

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Sequel to my earlier post today condemning the unjust suspension of FUOYE SUG President, I had an extensive discussion with the FUOYE Vice-Chancellor.

NANS President Akinteye Babatunde stated that the national leadership conveyed its "fierce resentment" and "strong opposition" to the suspension, which they described as "unjust" and "persecution." Babatunde engaged in an extensive discussion with the Vice-Chancellor to make NANS's position clear.

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I expressed our fierce resentment towards the suspension of FUOYE SUG President, Comrade Adio James. Going forward, I made known the position of the national leadership of NANS over the unjust persecution of the President.

Professor Fasina reportedly explained the situation leading to Adio's suspension. Following this explanation, Babatunde appealed for an amicable resolution. The Vice-Chancellor assured NANS that the matter would be reviewed, promising a "progressive resolution" at the upcoming senate sitting scheduled for Wednesday.

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The Vice-Chancellor on his part narrated the situation that led to the suspension of the President, and immediately, I appealed to him to allow us reach a common ground to resolve the matter amicably.

Furthermore, the Vice-Chancellor informed NANS that an investigation has been ordered into the alleged unauthorized release of the suspended SUG President's private information to the public. He pledged that all individuals involved would be held accountable. Babatunde commended the Vice-Chancellor's response and reiterated NANS's commitment to protecting Nigerian students from intimidation.

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On a final note, the Vice-Chancellor intimated me that he has ordered an impartial and thorough investigation into the activities that led to the release of the President’s private life to the public. He assured me that everyone involved will be brought to book.