The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned what it described as the “weaponisation of state institutions” to intimidate citizens, warning that such actions could erode public trust in law enforcement and the justice system.
In a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Anzaku Shedrack Ovye, NANS accused the Nigeria Police Force of attempting to unlawfully take over properties belonging to the late Sir Lucky Omoluwa, chairman of Pinnacle Communication Nigeria Limited. The association alleged that officers attached to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Monitoring Team invaded the company’s premises in Asokoro, Abuja, on January 16 and 17, 2026, despite the matter being before a court.
NANS called for the immediate withdrawal of all police operatives from the property, an independent investigation into the conduct of the officers involved, and strict adherence to the rule of law. It also appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene, citing a previous directive by the IGP warning officers against involvement in land and civil disputes. “This is not policing; this is institutional injustice,” the statement said.
The association noted that an appeal and an application for a stay of execution are currently pending before the Federal High Court, Abuja, arguing that any enforcement action under such circumstances is premature and unlawful. NANS warned that continued interference could undermine confidence in the justice system, insisting that the dispute be resolved solely through the courts.
