FUTO Students Call for Genuine Advocacy from SUG Amidst Fee Deadlines
FUTO students demand their leaders prioritize advocacy over appearances, challenging fee deadlines and complacency in student representation.
Mary Nwaeze 
In a recent statement, a concerned voice, attributed to FUTO SUG, raises pertinent questions about the balance between personal presentation and student advocacy. The essence of looking impeccably dressed, it argues, loses its meaning when not coupled with a fervent dedication to advocating for the rights of students.
FUTO SUG's commentary delves into the dichotomy between appearance and action. It questions the validity of stylish attire when juxtaposed with a lack of advocacy for student rights. This discourse prompts a reflection on the core values of student leadership and the responsibilities that accompany it.
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One of the central points raised is the imposition of deadlines on students to pay fees under the threat of withheld lectures and exams. This tactic, while ostensibly aimed at ensuring financial compliance, raises concerns about equity and accessibility to education. FUTO SUG urges a reconsideration of such measures in favor of more inclusive and student-centric approaches.
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The statement serves as a rallying cry for fellow students to embrace their role as advocates. It chastises complacency and urges a return to the spirited activism characteristic of student movements. By likening student leaders to "rubber stamp senators," it underscores the urgency of rekindling the aluta spirit and prioritizing the collective welfare over personal agendas.
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FUTO SUG's impassioned plea echoes the sentiments of many FUTO students grappling with issues of representation and accountability. It serves as a wake-up call for student leaders to reassess their priorities and recommit to the fundamental principles of advocacy and solidarity. In the face of challenges, it is imperative to remember that true leadership extends beyond appearances to meaningful action in service of the student body.
