The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Southwest Zone D, and Management of Osun Polytechnic, Iree has resolved the long-standing issues affecting students on campus.
The meeting followed an open letter by NANS Southwest Zone D, demanding an end to the prolonged imposition of a caretaker leadership over the Student Union Government (SUG) and release of withheld academic results of certain student activists.
A statement by the Coordinator, NANS Southwest, Zone D, Comr. Owolewa Taiwo said the meeting with the Rector and top management officials of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, was constructive and yielded positive outcomes.
According to him, resolution reached at the end of the meeting include immediate release of withheld results of some students activists.
He said: “The management has committed to the immediate release of the academic results of the affected student comrades: Ashiwel Samuel Bamise, Oseni Ige Olaitan, Olutekunbi Jacob, and Adebisi Adeyemi Simeon.
“This demonstrates a clear stance that no student should face academic victimization for advocating for justice.
“The management has agreed to conduct a free, fair, and democratic Student Union Government election. The leadership of NANS Southwest will be actively involved throughout the process. It was also stated that the current caretaker committee chairperson will hand over power to the duly elected student union government.
“As we celebrate this important milestone, NANS Southwest Zone D urges all students of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, to remain calm, law-abiding, and committed to the ideals of comradeship.
“We encourage students to respect the institution’s rules and regulations and to work collectively to protect the integrity of their academic environment.
“This resolution marks a victory for student unionism and the collective strength of Nigerian students. NANS Southwest will continue to monitor the implementation of all agreements to ensure accountability and transparency.
“We sincerely commend the Rector and all the management team for their openness, willingness to dialogue, and swift commitment to resolving the issues raised. Their leadership and respect for student rights are deeply appreciated.
“We also extend special appreciation to the Chairman of the Governing Council, Honourable Diran Ayanbeku, for his timely intervention and supportive role in this resolution. If governing council members across Nigeria adopt such a proactive and student-conscious approach, our institutions will flourish.
“Our gratitude also goes to the Senior Special Assistant to the Osun State Government on Students’ Affairs for his concern, intervention, and consistent support throughout this process.
“We further recognise and commend the steadfast support and collaborative efforts of the NANS Osun State Joint Campus Council (JCC) under the proactive leadership of Comrade Abel Ayobami (AY. Aluta). His commitment to the struggle and unwavering solidarity with Zone D in the pursuit of justice greatly contributed to the success of this engagement.”
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