TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN,
OFFICIAL PRESS STATEMENT
We, the leadership of the student structures in Oyo State, have observed with concern the circulation of several pictures and reports suggesting that some politicians are engaging with individuals presented as student leaders in Oyo State.
For the sake of clarity and public understanding, we wish to state categorically that we are aware of such developments, and we can clearly identify many of the individuals in those engagements as former student leaders. While we acknowledge their past roles, it is important to emphasize that they are no longer active within the campus system and are far away from the current realities and student leadership structures.
We hereby state unequivocally that the student leadership structures in Oyo State have not held any meeting, whether public or private, with any politician, and any claim, representation, or impression suggesting otherwise should be disregarded in its entirety.
As student leaders, we are conscious of our role within the democratic space. We are not apolitical, and we recognize the importance of engaging with political actors and candidates, particularly in ensuring that student-centered policies and interests are represented and protected. However, such engagements must be structured, collective, and in the best interest of the student community. At this moment, no engagement has taken place.
We strongly caution against the use of the name, image, or identity of Oyo State student leadership structures to create false impressions, gain political advantage, or “sell a narrative” that does not exist. As we are being very careful of the narrative of students can’t be trusted.
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The student constituency in Oyo State is currently too organized and principled to be misrepresented or used as a tool for political validation.
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We want to make it clear that when the time comes for the student leadership in Oyo State to engage with any political actor or candidate, it will be made public, and only then can any form of alignment, support, or endorsement be considered.
Until such a time, we reiterate that the legitimate student leadership in Oyo State has not met with any politician. Any contrary claim is false and should be ignored.
We urge the public, media, and all stakeholders to rely only on verified communications from the recognized student leadership structures in Oyo State.
SIGNED:
1. Mufutau Ahmed A.
National President, FOSSU HQ
2. Comr. Salam Waris Abioye
Executive Chairman, NAUS Oyo State Chapter
3. Comr. Abdul-Azeez Uthman Olawale
Executive Chairman, NANS JCC Oyo Axis
4. Comr. Ojetola Babatunde Yussuf
Secretary General, NANS Zone D
5. Ridwan Ademola Adegoke (Pal. Solution)
Deputy Coordinator, NANS Zone D
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