MINISTER ABUBAKAR PRAISES PRESIDENT TINUBU’S SUPPORT FOR NIGERIAN STUDENTS
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his numerous interventions and continuous support to Nigerian students. PA Media & Publicity to the Hon. Minister, Mati Ali, in a statement, said Abubakar made this commendation during the formal inauguration of the 2025 National Executive Members of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). Ali said Abubakar emphasized that Nigerian students remain deeply grateful for the President’s unwavering support, guidance, and commitment to shaping the future of the youth towards self-reliance and patriotism for a better Nigeria. Abubakar applauded the students’ resilience and acknowledged their efforts throughout the year. The Minister stressed the importance of unity and collaboration among the students to enable elected officials to advance the cause of Nigerian students. Ali quoted Abubakar as urging all groups that may have felt aggrieved during the election to set aside differences and rally behind the newly elected NANS leadership. Abubakar concluded by thanking President Tinubu and reminding the students of a unifying slogan: “Let us remain united; united we are. Let us stand united, and the mission will be accomplished.”