On Thursday, the [National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS)](https://nans.org.ng) publicly affirmed its support for the operations of the [Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)](https://efcc.gov.ng) Ado‑Ekiti Zonal Command in Akure, Ondo State, stating that the student body backs the agency’s mandate to investigate and prosecute financial crimes across Nigeria.
**What did NANS declare?**
The statement, signed by Adegoke Naheem Ademola, Chief of Staff to the President of NANS, reiterated the organisation’s dedication to promoting accountability and building a society where financial offences are minimised. Ademola stressed that NANS is not opposed to EFCC activities but rather aligns with the commission’s statutory duty to pursue fraud and related offences.
**Who authored the statement?**
Adegoke Naheem Ademola, serving as Chief of Staff to the President of NANS, issued the declaration on behalf of the student body. He highlighted that students, as stakeholders in nation‑building, reject fraud and support lawful enforcement actions.
**Why does NANS support the EFCC?**
Ademola explained that the fight against financial crimes is essential for Nigeria’s development, noting that stronger accountability enhances public confidence in institutions. He added that the commission’s role in safeguarding the nation’s financial integrity is vital.
> "We therefore stand in support of every lawful effort by the EFCC to rid our > society of financial crimes," Ademola said, emphasizing the need for the > commission to operate within legal bounds while respecting the safety and > dignity of Nigerian students.
**What conditions did NANS attach to its support?**
While endorsing the EFCC’s mandate, NANS called for all law‑enforcement activities to be conducted in strict accordance with existing laws and regulations. The student body urged that security agencies respect legal limits and protect the rights of students during operations.
In summary, NANS pledged continued backing for legitimate EFCC initiatives aimed at curbing financial misconduct, while urging adherence to the rule of law and equal application of justice for every citizen.