The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has criticised activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju for posting on social media the comment, “NANS is dead. ”
In a statement signed by NANS Senate President Babatunde Akinteye and made available to the Nigerian Tribune on Friday, NANS condemned the activist for his remarks, accusing the organization of corruption following its recent participation in the fuel price hike protest.
The group stated that the student body is alive, not involved in corrupt practices, and will continue to advocate for the interests of Nigerian students and other citizens of Nigeria.
The statement also advised Adeyanju to focus on fighting corruption within his own profession rather than accusing NANS of wrongdoing.
“We strongly condemn the recent comments made by Deji Adeyanju, a so-called activist and lawyer, who has taken it upon himself to belittle our organization in his baseless write-ups.
We remind Adeyanju that NANS is not as corrupt as the very profession he represents—lawyers, who are known to help corrupt politicians escape judgment and deliver irregular verdicts. It is ironic for someone from such a profession to criticize NANS when the legal system he thrives in has often failed the Nigerian people.
“Adeyanju, like many in his profession, has been part of a system that provides conflicting judgments to save politicians from corruption trials, ensuring that justice is never truly served. It is hypocritical for someone whose career is built within such a framework to point fingers at NANS.
We suggest that Adeyanju redirect his energy toward cleaning up the mess within his profession, where the progression of cases often hinges on manipulation, favoritism, and irregular rulings.
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“It is common knowledge that Adeyanju built his reputation by blackmailing politicians and manipulating public opinion, using his platform not for the good of the nation but for personal gain.
Instead of meddling in NANS’ affairs, we suggest he focus on getting justice for those arrested during the End Bad Governance protests. He should concentrate on what truly matters rather than chasing clout and attempting to drag NANS into his agenda.
“For someone who claims NANS is ‘dead,’ it is curious that Adeyanju and others still expect us to join the very struggles they claim to fight. We have never been afraid of standing up for what is right, and we only engage in struggles we fully understand and approach with knowledge of the rudiments involved.
“Deji Adeyanju can continue to cry wolf and parade himself as an activist, but NANS remains undeterred. We will not be distracted by those who have made a career out of using falsehoods to rise to prominence. NANS is alive and will continue to fight for the interests of Nigerian students and the Nigerian people, free from the corruption that has infected Adeyanju’s profession,” the statement concluded.
