The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has said that reports linking it to plans to “shut down” major cities in the country over the increase in fuel prices are false.
A statement on Wednesday by the association’s Senate President Akinteye Babatunde said the claims do not reflect the position or intentions of the organisation.
The statement reads, “The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has been made aware of rumours and misinformation circulating across various platforms, suggesting that NANS is planning a massive shutdown of major cities across the country.
“We wish to categorically state that NANS has not announced or endorsed any such protest. These reports are entirely baseless and do not reflect the position or intentions of our organisation.”
NANS said rather than disrupting the peace of the nation, it is committed to peaceful advocacy and constructive engagement with relevant stakeholders.
“As the umbrella body representing the interests of Nigerian students, we have always been committed to peaceful advocacy and constructive engagement with relevant stakeholders.
“We understand the critical importance of maintaining peace and stability in our nation, especially during these challenging times. Any actions that could lead to civil unrest or the disruption of public order are not, and will never be, supported by NANS,” the statement added.
