UNICROSS Backs NANS Anti-Drug Abuse Campaign

The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) has pledged full support for an anti-drug abuse campaign spearheaded by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council (JCC), Cross River State Axis.

The pledge was made during a strategic meeting held on April 2, 2026, between the university’s management and representatives of NANS.

Speaking at the meeting, the Vice Chancellor of UNICROSS, Prof. Francisca Bassey, reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to prioritizing students’ welfare and addressing substance abuse across the institution’s campuses.

She described the proposed campaign as timely and critical, assuring the student leadership of the university’s readiness to support its successful implementation.

Prof. Bassey emphasized that the health and well-being of students remain a top priority of her administration, highlighting ongoing improvements at the university’s Medical Centre and promised logistical assistance, including transportation support for campaign activities.

Earlier, the NANS JCC Chairman, Comrade Victor Asuquo, said the engagement was aimed at strengthening collaboration with the university ahead of the launch of the “Drug-Free Campus Movement.”

According to him, the campaign will officially commence on April 10, 2026, with a street rally from Mary Slessor Roundabout to Millennium Park.

The initiative will also involve the selection of 16 student ambassadors, one from each campus to drive advocacy efforts and link affected students with support services.

While disclosing that NANS is exploring collaboration with the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital to facilitate affordable rehabilitation services for students, he added that the association is also seeking partnerships with key agencies like the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Ministry of Health, and the National Orientation Agency (NOA).

He noted that UNICROSS occupies a strategic position in the campaign due to its large student population and multi-campus structure, which can help drive widespread awareness and impact.

-UNICROSS Media Team

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