NANS backs anti-corruption fight, cautions against abuse

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has expressed support for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in its ongoing fight against corruption in Nigeria. NANS President's Chief of Staff, Comr. Adegoke Naheem Ademola, stated that corruption undermines the nation's integrity and must be dealt with head-on. However, NANS cautioned against any abuse of lawful enforcement methods that could lead to intimidation or harassment of students.

NANS emphasized that it is not against the activities of the anti-graft agency and does not condone any form of financial crimes. Ademola described NANS as a stakeholder in nation-building and stressed that the association is opposed to fraud and any act that undermines the country's integrity. The association supports the EFCC's mandate to investigate, prevent, and prosecute financial crimes and believes that no Nigerian, regardless of status, should be above the law.

NANS acknowledged the lawful duties of security agencies, including the EFCC, but urged them to remain within the bounds of the law and respect the safety and dignity of Nigerian students. The association expressed concern over the early morning operations of the EFCC in Akure, Ondo State, and called on the commission not to relent in its fight against corruption. However, NANS firmly stated that any illegal abuse, harassment, or intimidation would not be tolerated.