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Adeyemi’s Gambit: Students Reject Imposed Candidate

Emmanuel Afolabi
Last updated: March 10, 2026 8:18 am
By Emmanuel Afolabi - Journalist
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The National Association of Ogun State Students (NAOSS) is no stranger to controversy, but the recent fallout from the presidential election has taken the student community by storm. In a shocking turn of events, Comrade Azeez Adeyemi, the Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on Student Matters, has allegedly hijacked the democratic process, endorsing a candidate who didn’t participate in the election. The move has sparked widespread outrage among students, who are now calling for Comrade Adeyemi’s immediate withdrawal from the matter.

The election, which was meant to usher in a new era of transparency and accountability, has instead been marred by allegations of manipulation and godfatherism.

Despite overwhelming evidence, including videos and testimonies from various institutions, Comrade Adeyemi has thrown his weight behind the adopted candidate, citing reasons that are yet to be made public.

Notably, the so-called candidate of the Special Adviser did not participate in the election, raising questions about the legitimacy of Comrade Adeyemi’s endorsement.

The actions of Comrade Adeyemi have been widely condemned by students, who see this as a blatant attempt to undermine their democratic rights. “It’s a travesty that a government official would so blatantly disregard the will of the people,” said a student leader. “We demand that Comrade Adeyemi respects the outcome of the election and stop the distraction.

The controversy has also raised questions about the role of Comrade Adeyemi and his influence over student affairs. Sources close to the matter reveal that Comrade Adeyemi’s actions are motivated by personal interests, rather than the welfare of the students. “He’s been using his position to push his own agenda, and it’s time he backed off,” said a NAOSS official.

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The students of Ogun State are not taking this lying down. Protests and demonstrations have been planned, and students are urged to stand together in support of Ajayi Oluwafemi Sunday’s leadership. “We will not be silenced,” said a student activist. “We will fight for our rights, and we will ensure that the will of the people is respected.”

The Ogun State Government has a responsibility to ensure that the democratic process is respected and that the rights of students are protected. We urge the government to intervene in this matter and ensure that justice is served. The students of Ogun State deserve better than to be pawns in a game of political chess.

In the face of adversity, Ajayi Oluwafemi Sunday remains resolute, vowing to fight for his rightful position. “I am the students’ choice, and I will not be deterred,” he said.

We challenge the Special Adviser’s adopted candidate to post a video of the election showing vote counting and the convention chairman declaring his adopted and unknown candidate.

According to a source who pleaded anonymity, “Ajayi Oluwafemi Sunday has been a responsible leader, securing financial programs for students from various institutions as part of his duties as president”. “The ball is now in Comrade Adeyemi’s court – will he respect the will of the people, or continue to fuel the flames of discord? The students of Ogun State await his response”.

9NewsNigeria correspondent will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.

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