Muslim stakeholders in the country on Saturday called for the return of the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN) to the whole student leadership, in line with its founding principles.
The call was made at the 2025 edition of the National Higher Institution Convention of Muslim Students (NHICOMS), held at the University of Ilorin, Kwara State. The four-day convention, themed “Changing the Narratives in an Evolving World: The Muslim Students as Pilots,” brought together students from universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across Nigeria. The chairman of the event, Prof. Yusuf Olaolu Ali (SAN), said the MSSN once played a strong and influential role in national discourse, particularly in the 1980s.
He said the society had access to political leaders and traditional rulers and was regarded as a credible platform for youth engagement. Prof. Ali urged current student members to reclaim that position and make their voices heard in national development. He said the vibrancy and relevance of the organisation must be restored through active student participation and strong leadership. Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Egbewole Olasupo (SAN), also backed the call for the MSSN to be led strictly by students.
He said the leadership of the society should not be left in the hands of older individuals, who are often burdened by family and work responsibilities. Prof. Egbewole said many qualified student leaders are being sidelined, despite having the drive and competence to lead effectively. He called for a return to the original structure of the MSSN to enable it to regain its credibility and relevance.
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