The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Southwest Zone D, has advocated stronger police-student relations and increased student participation in community policing initiatives following a courtesy visit to the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone XI, AIG Bassey Samuel Ewah.

The delegation, led by the Zone D Coordinator, Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode (BILLIONCODES), included the Chairman of NANS JCC Osun Axis, Comrade Kehinde Ayokunle Temiloluwa (KAYWHYTEE), and other zonal directors.

Speaking during the October 21 visit, Comrade Adeyemo commended the Nigeria Police Force for its efforts in safeguarding lives and property across Southwest Nigeria. He called for a stronger and more cordial relationship between the police and students, stressing the need for mutual respect, effective communication and collaboration in addressing student-related concerns.

AIG Ewah, in his response, encouraged students to shun violence and adopt dialogue in resolving disagreements. Reflecting on his own student days and his Aluta spirit, he explained that confrontational approaches were not always necessary to achieve legitimate objectives.

“Dear Students, My Young Friends, Say No to Violence,” he told the delegation, urging student leaders to embrace responsible activism and peaceful engagement with relevant authorities.

The meeting also featured an advocacy for greater student representation in the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC). The proposal, presented by the NANS Southwest coordinator, was welcomed by the AIG, who expressed the committee's readiness to encourage increased student participation in community safety and security.

The engagement underscores NANS Southwest Zone D's commitment to dialogue-driven advocacy and peaceful student representation. The association expressed appreciation to AIG Ewah and the Zone XI leadership for the reception and expressed hope that the discussions would translate into stronger institutional cooperation.