The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has lauded 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.
In a Thursday statement, the NANS National Secretary General, Comrade Oladimeji Uthman, signed on behalf of the students, who expressed “profound joy and relief” that the students were rescued alive and unhurt.
The development was recalled to have happened just a day after NANS gave a 72-hour ultimatum to the state government and security agencies to rescue the students.
“We are very happy that the students have been rescued alive and unharmed and that the anxiety that their families, colleagues and the entire Nigerian student community have experienced has come to an end,” NANS said.
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The national student body specifically lauded the state Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun for what it called his “unwavering dedication to the security of lives and properties” and for giving the needed support that paved the way for the operation.
The association also applauded the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni for “exemplary leadership, strategic coordination and commitment.”
The successful outcome of the operation was due in large part to his professionalism, determination and effective use of security resources. NANS said, “It is yet another demonstration of the commitment of the Ogun State Police Command to the protection of lives of citizens and restoration of confidence in the public.
The NANS also commended 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 shows that through effective collaboration, intelligence-led policing and strong government support, criminal elements can be decisively confronted,” the association added.
NANS urged security agencies to continue efforts to protect students and schools across the country. It also reiterated its call 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 all those who had contributed to the success of the operation.
