NANS Senate Presidency: Nwuruku Olisa Alfred Declares Ambition, Unveils Reform Agenda

National Association of Nigerian Students Senate presidential aspirant Nwuruku Olisa Alfred has officially declared his intention to contest for the position, emphasizing the need to transform the Senate into a functional and respected legislative arm of the student body.

Comr. Olisa Nwuruku

Comr. Nwuruku Olisa Alfred has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of Senate President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), promising to reposition the Senate as a functional legislative institution.

In his declaration, he described the current moment as a defining one for Nigerian students, stressing that the student body must move beyond being passive observers to becoming active contributors in shaping education policies and national development.

According to him, the NANS Senate must rise to its constitutional responsibility as an intellectual parliament where ideas are debated with courage, student interests are defended with clarity, and democratic values are upheld with discipline and integrity. He maintained that the Senate should not remain a ceremonial structure but must function as a living legislative institution capable of articulating and advancing the collective aspirations of Nigerian students.

Reflecting on his journey within the student movement, he noted that his aspiration is built on years of service, grassroots engagement, and institutional responsibility, particularly through his roles in, Coordinator of a Zone, Special Duties and Inter-Campus Affairs. These experiences, he said, shaped his understanding of leadership, coordination, and the importance of collective action in sustaining the strength of NANS.

He emphasized that the Senate under his leadership would prioritize legislative productivity through regular sittings, structured policy deliberations, and active participation of student representatives across campuses. He also pledged to strengthen the voice of Nigerian students in national discourse, especially on issues such as education funding, institutional stability, and student welfare.

On accountability, he stressed the need for the Senate to carry out its oversight responsibilities with fairness and transparency, noting that accountability should serve as a tool for strengthening institutional credibility rather than creating division.

He further highlighted his commitment to advancing policies that improve access to education, expand scholarship opportunities, and address infrastructural challenges in tertiary institutions across the country. At the same time, he called for unity within the student movement, warning that division weakens the collective strength and influence of Nigerian students.

His campaign message, built around the mantra “Yes, We Can,” reflects a belief in the power of collective action, discipline, and shared responsibility in rebuilding the dignity and effectiveness of the NANS Senate.

He concluded by seeking the trust and support of stakeholders and student leaders, expressing confidence that with unity and purpose, the Senate can be transformed into a respected and impactful institution within the Nigerian student movement.

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