The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) President, Comrade Atiku Abubakar Isah, has broken his silence after being abducted by gun-wielding thugs in Abuja.
In a press statement, Atiku accused Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, and Ladoja Olusola, a rival faction leader, of orchestrating his abduction.
Atiku claims that he was beaten, subjected to dehumanizing treatment, and forced to record an involuntary statement at the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) studio.
His clothes were torn, and he was, stripped naked during the ordeal. Atiku alleges that Seyi Tinubu declared him an enemy after his overwhelming election as NANS president at the 125th convention of the association.
Atiku revealed that he had written several petitions to the Inspector-General of Police and other security agencies about the threats to his life, but no action was taken.
Despite the ordeal, Atiku expressed gratitude to Nigerian students, the media, and peace-loving Nigerians who condemned his abduction.
He assured that he would continue to lead NANS without fear or intimidation, committed to serving the best interests of Nigerian students. Atiku stated, “No amount of intimidation or threats will make us capitulate to the whims and caprices of the enemies.”
NANS has called for the immediate and unconditional release of Atiku and demanded that those responsible for the abduction be brought to justice.
