NANS Tables Demands On Secondary School Student Felled by Police Bullet

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has reacted to the killing of a secondary school student by a police officer in Oyo State

Stray bullet fired by a policeman pursuing Yahoo Boys, cut short the life of the student on his way to writing the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination being conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).

Reacting in a statement signed by National Public Relations Officer, Comrade Samson Ajasa Adeyemi , the students’ body, condemned the killing as “a grave violation of the sanctity of human life”, saying it represents a blatant abuse of power by those entrusted with the duty to protect the citizens”.

“On behalf of Nigerian students, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the grieving family.

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“We mourn with you and share in your pain during this period of immense sorrow.

“No family should have to endure the agony of losing a loved one under such harrowing circumstances.

It also called for an immediate, thorough and independent investigation into the stray bullet incident demanding that the officer responsible be apprehended without delay and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

“We urge His Excellency, the Governor of Oyo State, to act swiftly to address this matter and ensure that justice is not only done, but seen to be done.

“The state government must also take proactive measures to prevent this tragic incident from escalating into broader unrest or tension within the community”.

“The loss of innocent lives due to unchecked brutality by some law enforcement officers has become an alarming trend that must stop immediately. NANS remains committed to advocating for Nigerian students’ and citizens’ safety, dignity, and well-being.

“We appeal to all students and members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding as we collectively pursue justice for the deceased and his family.

“Together, we will ensure that this tragedy does not go unanswered, and we will work tirelessly to prevent future occurrences”, the NANS spokesman stated.

Stating that the union demands nothing less but adequate compensation for the bereaved family, he added: “no amount of compensation can replace the life taken, it remains a crucial step toward acknowledging the family’s pain and holding the responsible parties accountable”.