Reconsider Your Stance -NANS Begs Nigerian Govt Over Benin, Togo Degrees Saga

The Southwest Zone of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has appealed to the federal government to have a rethink on the invalidation of degree certificates from higher Institutions in the Republic of Benin and Togo.

This is contained in a statement by the Zonal Coordinator, Comrade Alao John, Secretary-General Comrade Sanni Sulaimon Olamide, and the Public Relations Officer, Comrade Bamigboye Peter Oluwadamilola.

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In the statement, the body said it had to comment on the issue because of the number of Nigerian students involved, adding that the action has triggered widespread anxiety and uncertainty, which is threatening the peace and stability of the society.

It said the decision not only undermines their academic achievements but also places them in a precarious position, potentially exposing them to anti-government elements eager to exploit their frustration.

The student body urged the government to reconsider the decision, stressing that it risks driving talented young Nigerians into the arms of unrest, insurrections, and anti-government activities

“We are compelled to address the Nigerian Federal Government regarding the recent decision to invalidate degrees obtained from universities in Benin Republic and Togo from 2017 till date.

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“In line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President, who has declared that no Nigerian student will be forced to drop out of school, it is distressing to note that thousands of graduates who invested heavily in their education abroad have been rendered uncertain about their future

“We acknowledge the government’s concern over the rise of substandard educational institutions and the need to curb academic racketeering. However, the outright ban on degrees from Benin Republic and Togo without due diligence, particularly when these certificates were once validated, is both unfair and discriminatory. We urge the government to reconsider this decision, as it risks driving talented young Nigerians into the arms of unrest, insurrections, and anti-government activities,” the statement said.

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