The 2019 Presidential election of Nigeria was like a coup against the Nigerian people by the political elites that hold the resources of state. Families mourned 47 members killed during the ill-fated Nigerian Presidential elections of 2019 and many voters were disenfranchised. The so-called election results did not in any way reflect the votes and will of the Nigerian people home and abroad. After stealing the people’s mandate, losers are urged to go to court by the purported winner. Votes were burnt in the presence of police officers. Returning officers were forced to write results at gun point. Government officials were seen using soldiers to intimidate and kill Nigerians. People were killed in broad daylight by the same forces of darkness that have truncated the destiny of Nigeria.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Methodology
3. Address
Objectives and Themes
The primary objective of this work is to inspire and mobilize Nigerian students to reclaim their role as the conscience of the nation and to take proactive, decisive actions against political misrule and systemic corruption ahead of the 2019 elections.
- The historical context and declining relevance of student activism in Nigeria.
- Systemic issues including extreme poverty, lack of healthcare, and high unemployment.
- The necessity for the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) to implement the "Meet, Mobilize, and Supervise" (MMS) strategy.
- The call for a "Revolution without Ammunition" to challenge and reform corrupt political structures.
- Comparative analysis of student activism in countries like Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and the USA.
Excerpt from the Book
Address
Nigeria is beckoning at you to stand up and work vigorously towards a new era Nigeria come 2019. Nigeria call obey. In my last video, I listed 9 key factors of what Nigerian youths must do in order to be able to produce the next Nigerian President. I am here today to tell the National Association Nigeria Students 5 things that they must do in order to write their names in gold in the history of Nigeria. It is a rare opportunity because you are the conscience of Nigeria. You are the real face of change. You use the social media. You have the numbers, the energy and the intellect. It is an error to allow failed politicians to determine your future. This is the time for you to fight what your parents could not fight so that your children will not ask you questions. Most of you do not know the power you carry. The old brigade politicians will never, never give you an opportunity to lead this country if you do not take decisive and united actions now.
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: This chapter outlines the historical founding and original purpose of the student movement in Nigeria while criticizing its current drift toward self-serving political interests.
2. Methodology: The author establishes that this work is presented as a personal address directed toward the Nigerian student body to refocus them on the ideologies of their founding fathers.
3. Address: This chapter serves as a call to action, detailing the socio-political challenges in Nigeria, the potential for student activism, and the specific strategic steps for NANS to take to reclaim the nation’s future.
Keywords
Nigeria, Student Activism, NANS, Political Reform, 2019 Elections, Corruption, Youth Empowerment, Social Change, Governance, Education, Revolutionary Action, Civil Rights, Democracy, Leadership, Mobilization.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fundamental focus of this publication?
The publication focuses on the urgent need for Nigerian students to recognize their power as agents of social and political change and to actively participate in liberating the country from poor governance.
What are the core thematic areas discussed?
The central themes include the history of student resistance, the failures of the current political elite, the economic plight of Nigerian citizens, and the strategic mobilization of youth.
What is the primary goal of the author?
The primary goal is to provide a roadmap for the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) to organize effectively, monitor elections, and challenge the status quo.
Which scientific or analytical method is utilized?
The work employs a narrative, argumentative methodology, utilizing a personal address format to critique socio-political conditions and advocate for strategic reform.
What topics are covered in the main body?
The main body covers case studies of global student activism, the specific failures of the Nigerian political system, the impact of unemployment, and a five-point plan for NANS to reclaim the nation.
Which keywords define this work?
Key terms include Nigerian student activism, NANS, political reform, systemic corruption, youth power, and civic engagement.
What is the "MMS" project proposed by the author?
MMS stands for "Meet, Mobilize, and Supervise," a tactical project intended for NANS to organize executive meetings, engage other trade unions, and physically monitor polling stations during elections.
What does the author mean by "Revolution without Ammunition"?
It refers to peaceful, strategic, and intellectual resistance, such as refusing to vote for specific offices (like the Senate) or vigilantly supervising elections to render corrupt tactics ineffective.
How does the author characterize the current political class in Nigeria?
The author describes them as visionless, corrupt, and composed of individuals who perpetuate extreme poverty and misrule while denying basic amenities like healthcare to the populace.
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- Maureen Okagbare (Autor), 2019, Democracy and the Role of the National Association of Nigerian Students, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/505891
