NANS SOUTH-WEST PASSES VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE IN POWER MINISTER OVER CAMPUS BLACKOUTS
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By Aishat Momoh. O.
The South-West zone of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has passed a vote of no confidence in the leadership of the Federal Ministry of Power under the Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, over the persistent electricity crisis affecting campuses across the region.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Coordinator of NANS South-West (Zone D), Adeyemo Josiah, lamented that students have endured prolonged power outages that have disrupted academic activities, research, online learning, and daily routines across institutions in the six South-Western states.
“For several months, students across campuses in the six Southwestern states have endured prolonged darkness, a situation that has become particularly painful during critical academic periods such as examinations,” Josiah said.
He noted that hostels, libraries, and study centres have remained without electricity for extended periods, leaving students unable to study effectively or complete assignments on time.
“The situation has created frustration and anxiety among students who depend on electricity to study, conduct research, and complete assignments,” he added.
Beyond academic challenges, the students’ body also raised concerns about the security implications of the persistent blackout on campuses.
According to the association, darkness on campuses often creates opportunities for criminal activities such as theft, armed robbery, and other security threats, leaving students and their belongings vulnerable.
“Darkness often creates opportunities for criminal activities such as theft and armed robbery, putting the lives and properties of students at risk,” the statement said.
The group also questioned the leadership and focus of the Ministry of Power, noting that since his appointment by Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Adelabu was expected to aggressively address Nigeria’s long-standing electricity challenges.
However, NANS argued that the reality on the ground suggests a continuous decline in power supply.
“Reports and political discussions suggesting an early concentration on future political ambitions have raised questions among students about whether the ministry is receiving the full commitment it requires,” Josiah said.
He stressed that electricity is essential for safety, productivity, and academic excellence.
“Electricity is not just a convenience; it is a necessity for safety, productivity, and academic excellence,” he said.
The association therefore called on the Federal Government to urgently review the performance of the ministry and take decisive steps to restore stable electricity supply across the country.
“In light of these realities, students across South-West Nigeria hereby express a strong vote of no confidence in the current leadership of the Ministry of Power under Honourable Bayo Adelabu.
“We call on the Federal Government to urgently review the performance of the ministry and take decisive actions that will restore stable electricity across the nation,” the statement added.
NANS further stated that Nigerian students deserve a system that supports learning, guarantees safety, and ensures that educational institutions can operate without constant disruption.
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