Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has secured a major victory in its ongoing battle for student rights, successfully overturning the suspension of the Students' Union Government (SUG) President of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Comrade James Adio. The announcement was made on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, following a high-level engagement between the national student body and the university's management, marking the end of a tense standoff that had threatened to disrupt academic activities and spark widespread protests.
NANS President, Akinteye Babatunde, broke the news in a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, confirming that Adio had been officially restored to his position. “Finally, Comrade James Adio, the FUOYE SUG President, has been officially reinstated,” Babatunde declared. The development came after what NANS described as "sustained talks" with the university authorities, which also led to the reinstatement of several other previously suspended students who were allowed to sit for their examinations.
The controversy began in mid-June when the university's management, through its Registrar, Mufutau Ibrahim, announced the suspension of Adio alongside two senior officials over allegations of unauthorised collection of money from students. According to the university's statement, the suspended officials were the Director of the Directorate of Educational Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Olanrewaju Ogunjobi; the Deputy Dean of Student Affairs and Support Services, Banji Rildwan Olaleye; and the SUG President, James Iyanuoluwa Adio. The university alleged that Ogunjobi had authorised the collection of N1,000 from each 100-level student under the guise of fees for practical sessions organised by the directorate, a levy that was never approved by the Senate or the university's management. Furthermore, the university claimed that Adio was indirectly involved, alleging that he participated in the sharing of an initial sum and later demanded a refund, which reportedly resulted in a transfer of N700,000 into his personal bank account. The university maintained that the suspension was part of its commitment to transparency and accountability, stating that it would not tolerate the extortion of students or financial impropriety.
However, NANS swiftly condemned the action, describing it as an "unjust suspension" and a "persecution" of the student leader. NANS President, Akinteye Babatunde, led a delegation to meet with the Vice-Chancellor of FUOYE, Prof. Abayomi Fasina, to express what he termed "fierce resentment" towards the development. During the meeting, Babatunde made known the national leadership's position and appealed for an amicable resolution. The Vice-Chancellor, in turn, explained the circumstances that led to the suspension and promised to look into the matter, assuring that there would be a progressive resolution at the next Senate sitting. The Vice-Chancellor also ordered an investigation into the alleged release of the suspended SUG president's private information, promising that everyone involved would be brought to book. Babatunde later commended the Vice-Chancellor for his fatherly response while reiterating the association's commitment to protecting students from intimidation.
The reinstatement of Comrade James Adio is a significant victory for student activism and a testament to the power of dialogue in resolving campus disputes. It brings an end to weeks of uncertainty and controversy surrounding the student union leadership at FUOYE and reinforces NANS' position as a formidable advocate for student welfare and justice in Nigeria. For now, the university community can look forward to a period of calm and a renewed focus on academic excellence.
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