NANS is planning Monday’s fight at LAUTECH over the suspension of students who

The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students, Zone D South West, has vowed to commence a peaceful protest at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, in Oyo State on Monday.

The protest, according to the union, was to demonstrate their condemnation of the suspension of several students of the institution for their alleged involvement in peaceful protests regarding the relocation of the Department of Anatomy and Physiology from the College of Health Sciences to the College of Pure and Applied Sciences.

NANS stated this in a statement co-signed by its Publicist, Olugbemi Timothy; Secretary General, Ojetola Babatunde; and Coordinator, Adeyemo Josiah, in Ibadan, the state capital on Sunday.

NANS, who explained that this does not encourage a breakdown of law and order, added that it is unfair that students who raise concerns about policies that directly impact their academic well-being are subject to punitive action rather than constructive action.

They lamented that instead of addressing the underlying issues that led to the protests, the institution chose a path that seemed punitive and capable of intimidating students into not expressing their true grievances.

Therefore, the association promised to occupy the location of the institution tomorrow, Monday, June 8 2026, to hold a peaceful demonstration over the suspension.

NANS said, “We receive with great concern the letters of suspension issued to some students of LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, for their alleged involvement in peaceful protests regarding the relocation of the Department of Anatomy and Physiology from the College of Health Sciences to the College of Pure and Applied Sciences.

“While NANS does not encourage a breakdown of law and order, we find it troubling that students who raise their concerns regarding policies that directly impact their academic well-being are subject to punitive action rather than constructive engagement.

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“Information available to us indicates that the affected students are protesting the sudden implementation of the relocation directive which has significant implications on their academic activities, transportation, finances and overall well-being.

“At the time of the protest, NANS South-West representatives, acting on our direction, engaged students and management stakeholders in an effort to encourage dialogue and defuse tensions.

“Therefore, it is disappointing that instead of addressing the underlying issues that led to the protests, the institution chose a path that appears punitive and capable of intimidating students from expressing their true grievances.

“NANS South-West is also concerned that this development comes amidst the prolonged suspension of the Students’ Union Government at LAUTECH.”

The association stressed that over the years, assurances have been made regarding the restoration of student unions at the institution, but students still do not have a well-functioning representative structure through which their concerns can be formally channeled.

It is further regretted that the absence of a Students’ Union in the institution continues to widen the communication gap between management and students, thereby creating unavoidable tensions.

NANS considers the student’s suspension for four semesters to be excessive, disproportionate, and inconsistent with the principles of fairness, restorative justice, and democratic engagement in the academic community.

Hence, the association demands, “Immediate review and cancellation of suspension of affected students. Open dialogue between university management and affected student representatives. Clear and time-bound roadmap for recovery of SUG at LAUTECH.

“End all forms of victimization, intimidation and actions that may suppress students’ rights to legitimate representation and engagement. To demonstrate our commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of Nigerian students, NANS South-West will lead a delegation to LAUTECH on Monday, June 8, 2026, to engage the university management and relevant stakeholders on this issue.

“We remain hopeful that LAUTECH management will engage in dialogue on sanctions and demonstrate the wisdom expected of an institution committed to academic excellence, fairness and responsible administration. The welfare, rights and dignity of Nigerian students are non-negotiable,” NANS added.