NANS 2026 National Convention: ICPC Commences Nationwide Studentship Verification for All Aspirants [Full List of Zone Officials]

The Independent Convention Planning Committee (I-CPC) of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has officially moved into the verification phase for the 2026 National Convention. From April 20th to April 27th, subcommittees across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones will scrutinize the credentials of all aspirants to ensure only genuine students contest for leadership positions.

​Following the conclusion of the physical screening exercise, the NANS 2026 Independent Convention Planning Committee (I-CPC) has announced a rigorous week-long verification window. According to an official statement signed by the Chairman, Comrade Omotayo Oladele Samuel (Dele Kenko), and Secretary, Comrade Suleiman Muhammad Sarki, the committee is leaving no stone unturned in its quest for a transparent and credible election.

​The committee emphasized that this phase is strictly dedicated to confirming the studentship status of all aspirants and verifying the authenticity of their submitted documents. In a bold warning to those looking to cut corners, the I-CPC stated:

​"Any aspirant found with false, forged, or unverifiable documents will be disqualified in accordance with the guidelines governing the convention."

​To ensure thorough coverage, the Screening and Verification Subcommittee has been deployed across the six NANS zones. The assigned officials for each zone include:

• ​Zone A: Kenneth Jacob, Amtai Ali Sa'idu
• ​Zone B: Bestman Okereafor (Dbest), Oyediran Kunle (Young Kunle), Innocent Okoh
• ​Zone C: Frank E. Orji, Blossom Ojumi
• ​Zone D: Abbah Sada, Bashir Umar (Camp Master)
• ​Zone E: Chidi Nzekwe, Obanike Gift
• ​Zone F: Shata Mai-kyau, Ahmad Ibrahim (Ibro-Zaria)

​These officials are mandated to work directly with various tertiary institutions to validate claims made by candidates. This move is seen as a major step toward restoring the integrity of student unionism in Nigeria, ensuring that leadership is not hijacked by non-students or "career" activists.

​As the countdown to the NANS 2026 National Convention continues, stakeholders and students nationwide are watching closely to see how this verification process will reshape the race for the national executive council.

​Final Word & Engagement

​The integrity of NANS depends on the quality of its leaders. Do you think this verification process will finally end the era of 'fake students' in NANS leadership? Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned to Awamuo News for the latest convention updates!