NANS Criticizes Student’s Assault On UNIZIK Lecturer

• They also urged for a thorough investigation into what happened.

• NANS Senate President, stated that the association is dedicated to fighting for students’ rights while also promoting discipline, respect for authority, and following school rules.

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has criticized the attack on a lecturer at Nnamdi Azikiwe University by a student.

They also urged for a thorough investigation into what happened.

NANS Senate President, Babatunde Akinteye, stated that the association is dedicated to fighting for students’ rights while also promoting discipline, respect for authority, and following school rules.

He emphasized that violence and bad behavior are unacceptable in schools across the country and encouraged students to honor those in charge.

He stated, “NANS has always been at the forefront of advocating for students’ rights, academic freedom, and a conducive learning environment. However, we equally uphold discipline, respect for authority, and adherence to the laws governing our institutions. It is in this light that we strongly condemn the reported incident at UNIZIK, where a student physically assaulted a lecturer over a TikTok recording.

“While students have the right to self-expression, including the use of social media, such rights must be exercised with decorum, responsibility, and respect for others. The reported action of the student is an embarrassment to the student body and does not represent the values of the Nigerian student community.

“In light of this incident, we call on the management of UNIZIK to conduct a thorough and unbiased investigation to establish the facts of the case. Due diligence must be observed, and all parties involved should be given a fair hearing. However, if the student is found guilty, appropriate sanctions should be applied in line with the institution’s regulations to serve as a deterrent to others.”