The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has commended the Ogun State Government and security agencies for the safe rescue of all the five students of Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade who were abducted last week.
The students in a Thursday statement signed by the NANS National Secretary General, Comrade Oladimeji Uthman, expressed “profound joy and relief” that the students were rescued alive and unhurt.
It was recalled that the development came barely a day after NANS issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the state government and security agencies for the rescue of the students.
“We are very happy that the students are rescued alive and unharmed and that the anxiety that has been experienced by their families, colleagues and the entire Nigerian student community has come to an end,” NANS said.
The national student body specifically commended the state Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun for what it described as his “unwavering dedication to the security of lives and properties” and for giving the needed support that paved the way for the operation.
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The association also commended the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni for “exemplary leadership, strategic coordination and commitment.”
His professionalism, determination and effective use of security resources were significant factors in the successful outcome of the operation. “It is another demonstration of the Ogun State Police Command’s commitment to protecting the lives of citizens and restoring public confidence,” NANS said.
The NANS also hailed the personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services, Nigerian Army, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Amotekun, local security outfits and all who participated in the rescue operation.
It said their “bravery, intelligence gathering and teamwork ensured the students were rescued unharmed.”
“This successful operation demonstrates that through effective collaboration, intelligence-led policing and strong government support, criminal elements can be decisively confronted,” the association added.
NANS called on security agencies to sustain efforts to protect students and schools across the country. It also repeated its plea for “continuous strengthening of security around campuses and student host communities to prevent similar incidents in the future.”
The association also congratulated the rescued students and their families and thanked everyone who had contributed to the success of the operation.
