NANS Asks APC To Support Ex-Students Seeking Elective Offices

BY GBODIYAN OLUWAKEMI KAREN, Abuja

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appealed to the All Progressives Congress (APC) to support the ambition of its former members to occupy elective positions.

The association made the demand when it presented a nomination form to its immediate past president, Comrade Lucky Emonefe, who is vying for the position of member, House of Representatives, for Ethiope Federal Constituency of Delta State.

During the presentation of the form on behalf of Nigerian students, NANS president, Comrade Olusola Ladoja, said the association took the decision to buy the nomination form for Emonefe in recognition of his outstanding service and dedication to the student body during his tenure.

Ladoja said Emonefe served the organisation with utmost commitment and integrity, adding that the gesture was a demonstration of the confidence Nigerian students have in his leadership capacity.

He urged the APC to give due consideration to former student leaders aspiring for elective positions in the forthcoming primaries, particularly Emonefe.

Emonefe’s contributions to the actualisation of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu position him as a credible candidate, he said.

Ladoja noted that the ruling party stands to gain massive support from students across the country if individuals with proven records of student leadership were given the opportunity to serve at higher levels.

In his response, Emonefe expressed deep appreciation to the NANS leadership for the overwhelming support, especially the purchase of his nomination form, which he described as both surprising and encouraging.

He stated that the gesture reflected the trust and belief reposed in him by Nigerian students, assuring that he remains committed to delivering effective and people-centered representation.

Emonefe pledged to prioritise youth development, education and economic empowerment if elected, while also promoting transparency, accountability and inclusive governance.