Pedro Obi, President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), has called on Nigerian students to avoid participating in the planned nationwide protests and instead engage in constructive dialogue to address the nation’s economic challenges.
While acknowledging the widespread frustration and hardships caused by the current economic situation, Obi stressed the importance of channeling energy into productive discussions with the government rather than demonstrations.
He urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider implementing true federalism and restructuring Nigeria as key steps toward resolving the underlying economic issues and fostering sustainable development. Obi argued that true federalism would empower states, encourage healthy competition, and improve accountability, while restructuring would ensure a fairer distribution of resources, reduce corruption, and enhance governance efficiency.
The NANS President reaffirmed the association’s dedication to contributing positively and working towards a brighter future for Nigeria.
