The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has countered with the comment by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, that Federal Government’s student loan scheme would keep the beneficiaries perpetually indebted.
ASUU had also argued after its National Executive Council meeting in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State that the initiative would not allow universities to have enough funds to function effectively.
Reacting, NANS Senate President, Akinteye Babatunde, said,ASUU should address the issue openly and transparently If the body has any genuine concerns or reservations about the programme.
However, the students’ body said that contrary to ASUU’s assertions, the scheme represents a ray of hope for many students, particularly those facing financial hardship.
It, therefore, urged the umbrella body of university teachers not to interfere in the implementation of the scheme that would provide access to higher education.
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