NANS Call for Kyari, Power Minister’s Sack

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called for the removal of Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), and the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu.

NANS is concerned about the challenges faced by Nigerians due to inconsistent electricity supply, high tariffs, and the ongoing fuel crisis.

The association has decided to organize a nationwide protest on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, and is seeking support from fellow Nigerians.

In a joint statement by Sen Akinteye Babatunde Afeez, the Senate President, NANS Headquarters, and the heads of its 5 regions, the union claimed that Kyari and Adelabu’s leadership has contributed to the mismanagement of energy resources, exacerbating the nation’s current turmoil.

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They stressed the need for accountability and effective management in the energy sector to address the suffering of Nigerians.

NANS said:

“To amplify our message and ensure widespread participation, we have strategically organized the protest to take place across various zones of the country. Each zone will host its demonstration at designated locations to maximize visibility and impact.

“Zone A: Abuja Junction along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway. Zone C: Airport Road in Abuja. Zone D along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Zone F along Onitsha-Asaba Head Bridge and ⁠Zone E along the Wuntin Dada- Bauchi-Jos Road.

“We firmly believe that the removal of Mele Kyari and Honourable Adelabu is essential to address the root causes of the fuel scarcity and electricity crisis.

“We demand accountability, transparency, and decisive action from the government to alleviate the plight of the Nigerian students.”