28/05/2026
COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE 2026 NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIAN STUDENTS (NANS)
Dated this 27th Day of May, 2026
Old Parade Ground, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The National Independent Convention Planning Committee (I-CPC) of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), hereinafter referred to as “the I-CPC,” having successfully conducted the 2026 National Convention and electoral process on Sunday, 24th May, 2026, and thereafter duly constituted the Communique Drafting Committee by nomination at the Old Parade Ground, Abuja, hereby issues this communiqué for the information of the general public, relevant stakeholders, educational institutions, government agencies, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria at large.
PREAMBLE
The Convention witnessed the convergence of Students’ Union Government (SUG) Presidents, serving as Senators of NANS, delegates, stakeholders, observers, and student leaders drawn from various tertiary institutions across the six geopolitical zones of the Federation. The Chairman of the Independent Convention Planning Committee (IN-CPC), Comr. Omotayo Oladele Samuel (KENKO), formally declared the convention open.
Following the declaration by the Chairman of the Independent Convention Planning Committee (IN-CPC) officially kicking off the convention proceedings, Comr. Omotayo Oladele Samuel (KENKO) delivered his opening address.
In his address, he appreciated the entirety of Nigerian students for their support and confidence in the committee’s ability to deliver a credible convention. He also commended the outgoing President, Comr. Olushola Oladoja, for entrusting the committee with the responsibility of overseeing the transition process of the organization. Furthermore, he extended his appreciation to all members of the 2026 IN-CPC for their dedication and commitment towards the success of the convention.
Moving forward, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Student Engagement, Comr. Asefon Sunday Dayo, addressed the congress.
His address centered on the strides of the Renewed Hope Administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the education sector, including the introduction of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), aimed at ensuring that every Nigerian aspiring to pursue higher education has access to educational opportunities.
He also highlighted the President’s commitment to improving the quality of education, which has, in turn, led to increased subvention to tertiary institutions. Furthermore, he emphasized the administration’s efforts in maintaining industrial harmony with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), thereby preventing prolonged strike actions and ensuring that students do not exceed their stipulated years of study.
In the same vein, the outgoing President of NANS, Comr. Olushola Oladoja who was accompanied on stage by members of his executive cabinet and the Zonal Coordinators of NANS, delivered his valedictory speech, which was subsequently followed by the presentation of a documentary highlighting his activities and achievements while in office.
In his valedictory address, he gave an account of his stewardship to the organization, stressing that he had successfully returned NANS to the campuses by engaging students across various states and visiting virtually all campuses during the course of his administration.
He further highlighted his efforts towards repositioning the organization and giving it a new face through sustained advocacy for the betterment and welfare of Nigerian students.
Indeed, it was a remarkable and befitting way to bow out of office.
Accordingly, the convention proper commenced with nominations for the position of Convention Chairman, made by SUG Presidents who possess the exclusive power to do so. Comr. Umar Faruk Musa (Shakaka) was nominated to serve as Convention Chairman. Similarly, Comr. Shata Maikyau and Comr. Samuel Eno Okoi were also nominated. However, the duo stepped down in favour of Comr. Umar Faruk Musa (Shakaka), who was consequently declared the unopposed winner and duly returned as Convention Chairman.
Moving forward, Comr. Umar Faruk Musa (Shakaka), having been elected as the Convention Chairman, dissolved the standing committee of the Independent Convention Planning Committee (IN-CPC) and the Olushola Oladoja-led administration with immediate effect.
Furthermore, he appointed Comr. Jabi Isah Usman as the Convention Clerk and Comr. Samson Moses as the Convention Chief Whip.
Thereafter, he constituted the Communiqué Drafting Committee members as follows:
●Dr. JM Abbah CNA– Chairman
●Comr. Ogunjimi Tolulope James – Secretary
●Comr. Samuel Eno Okoi – Member
●Comr. Sulieman Mahmud Tijjani – Member
●Dr. Don Afulike Christian – Member
●Comr. Charles Christopher – Member
●Comr. Okorie Santos Ikechukwu – Member
●Comr. Adio Friday Odunjo – Member
●Comr. Shata Maikyau – Member
The proceedings of the Convention were conducted in accordance with the Constitution of the Association and other extant regulations governing the affairs of NANS. The Committee states, ab initio, that the electoral process was devoid of any substantial irregularity capable of vitiating the credibility of the exercise.
Following extensive consultations, deliberations, screening exercises, accreditation procedures, and democratic participation by duly accredited 376 delegates, elections were conducted peacefully and transparently, culminating in the emergence of new National Executive Officers and Senate Principal Officers.
The Committee expresses profound appreciation to all delegates, stakeholders, security agencies, observers, and participants whose contributions, inter alia, ensured the success of the Convention.
DECLARATION OF ELECTED NATIONAL EXECUTIVES AND SENATE PRINCIPAL OFFICERS
Consequent upon the conclusion of the electoral process and the subsequent ratification by the Convention, the following persons emerged and are hereby declared as duly elected officers of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS):
1).Comrade Akinteye, B.Afeez OAUSTECH President
2).Onyia M. Ibeabuchi EBSU Senate President
3).Nanchang P.Timloh PSP V.P National Affairs
4).Sadiq SK Zango KSUSTA V.P External Affairs
5).Ernest N. Etim UEE V.P Special Duties
6). Tabitha Babayo GSU. VP Inter-Campus
7).Salaudeen Oladimeji Uthman LASU. Secretary
8).Asmawu Idris Omeiza NSUK- National. Treasurer
9). Alao John O. FCE Ibadan. Fin. Sec.
10).David Obida. COA Ganye PRO
11).Caleb King O. COE Oju DSP.
12).Chinyelo O, Chinyelu. Abia Poly. National Senate Clerk
13). Usman Garba Isa. YSU. ASG
14).Ojumoola, Timileyin AAU DOS
15).Okoro U. Emmanuel ESCOE Enugu Dir. Action and Mobilization.
16).Abdulganiyu Shehu Dalhatu Bayero University Kano. DTE
17). Umar Hamisu Almu. FUDMA. Ex-Officio 1
18). Patience Okoroafor. Uniuyo. Ex-officio 2
The National Directorates are to be presided by the following:
1. Umar Farouk Musa (Shakaka) Head of Government
2).Taiwo Owolewa Sunday: Head of Administration
3). Levi Sam Ukuru : National Director of Special Duties
4).Apata, Blessing Bolanle: National Director of Humanitarian Affairs
The Convention Planning Committee therefore mandates the aforesaid officers to discharge their
constitutional duties with utmost good faith, accountability, transparency, and fidelity to the ideals and objectives of the Association.
The newly elected leadership is further enjoined to act intra vires the Constitution of NANS and to refrain from acts capable of undermining the unity, stability, and integrity of the Association.
STATE OF THE NATION
The Convention Planning Committee acknowledges, with profound appreciation, the support and
cooperation extended to the Association by the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria under the leadership of His Excellency, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.
The Association hereby conveys its gratitude to the President for creating an enabling environment that facilitated a smooth, peaceful, free, fair, and credible electoral process during the just-concluded Convention.
The body further appreciates the efforts of relevant security agencies and stakeholders who acted bona fide in ensuring the maintenance of peace, law, and order throughout the duration of the Convention proceedings.
RESOLUTIONS OF THE CONVENTION
After due deliberation, the Association unanimously resolved as follows:
To uphold the principles of democratic governance, constitutionalism, and responsible student unionism within the Association;
To promote unity, peaceful coexistence, and national integration among Nigerian students irrespective of ethnic, religious, or political affiliations;
To continue constructive engagement with government institutions and relevant stakeholders on issues affecting students’ welfare and educational development;
To advocate, inter alia, for improved educational funding, institutional reforms, students’ security, and academic excellence across Nigerian tertiary institutions;
To ensure that the affairs of the Association are conducted with due process and in strict compliance with the Constitution of NANS and other extant regulatory frameworks.
CONCLUSION
The National Independent Convention Planning Committee (I-CPC), alongside the Communique Drafting Committee, having successfully discharged its mandate in good conscience, hereby declares the 2026 National Convention of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) duly concluded.
The Committee therefore calls upon all members and stakeholders of the Association to support the newly elected leadership for the collective advancement of Nigerian students and the educational sector at large.
Long live NANS.
Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Signed:
Chairman
Comrade JM Abbah PhD CNA
Communique Drafting Committe
Secretary
Comrade Ogunjimi Telulope James
Communique Drafting Committee.
Comrade Umar Farouk Shakaka
NANS Convention Chairman
2026
Comrade Jabi Isah
NANS Convention Clerk
2026
CC:
President & C-in-C Federal Republic of Nigeria ,
President of the Senate
NASS,
Rt. Hon. Speaker
Fed. House of Rep..
NASS,
Chief Justice of the Federation,
Hon. Minister of Education,
Hon. Minister of Youth Development,
State Governors,
CDS,
IGP,
DG DSS,
VC's
Rectors
Provost
NANS Stakeholders
Zonal Coordinators
Sug Presidents
Public
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