Nigeria: Nans Confirms Release of Detained AAU Students, Others

Nigeria: Nans Confirms Release of Detained AAU Students, Others

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has confirmed the release of 52 youths, including students of Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma, Edo State arrested on Monday for taking part in a protest over security matters in the community.

NANS confirms release of detained AAU students, others

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has confirmed the release of 52 youths, including students of Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma, Edo State arrested on Monday for taking part in a protest over security matters in the community.

Punishing Victims, Not Kidnappers: CHRICED Faults Remand of AAU Students

The Resource Centre for Human Rights & Civic Education (CHRICED) is deeply alarmed by reports that an Edo State court has ordered the remand of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU) following a peaceful protest against the escalating cases of kidnapping and insecurity plaguing the university community. The students’ protest was a legitimate and urgent call for protection. For months, students and residents around Ambrose Alli University h…

NANS Credits Dialogue for Release of 52 Detained Edo Youths - TV360 Nigeria

Following the release of 52 detained youths, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has praised Edo State authorities and student leaders for their constructive dialogue, which helped de-escalate tensions after a recent protest. NANS President, Oladoja Olushola, commended Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, for his willingness to engage with student leaders and adopt a negotiation-based approach rather than a hardline stance, pre…

Gov Okpebholo Succumbs To Pressure, Releases AAU Students, Warns Against Violence. - The Standard Gazette

After days of backlash from different stakeholders, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has finally released the students of Ambraose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, and others, who were recently arrested in connection with the Ekpoma protest, assuring them of his administration’s commitment to dialogue, reform and the overall development of the university and the state. […]

Russia Seeks Closer Ties With Nigeria Against Unlawful, Criminal Activities

The Russian Federation has called on Nigeria to deepen law enforcement cooperation by expediting the signing and ratification of pending bilateral agreements, enabling both countries to jointly tackle unlawful and criminal activities involving their citizens.The appeal was made by the Russian Embassy in Nigeria in an official statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, following allegations by the Edo State Government that a Nigerian citizen residing…