About NAKASS
A national institution built on student service.
NAKASS exists to represent, support and advance the interests of every student from Kaduna State — wherever they study.
Purpose
Our Mission
To serve as the apex representative body for students from Kaduna State studying across Nigeria and the diaspora; advocating for their educational, social and welfare interests; fostering unity and opportunity; and building a community of capable, accountable leaders committed to the development of Kaduna State and Nigeria.
Direction
Our Vision
A thriving, united community of Kaduna State students — recognised for excellence, characterised by integrity and equipped to lead in every sphere of national life.
What We Stand For
Association Objectives
To promote the educational, social and cultural advancement of students from Kaduna State.
To represent the collective interests of Kaduna State students to government, institutions and the public.
To foster unity, cooperation and a sense of belonging among students from Kaduna State.
To identify and support students in need through welfare and assistance programmes.
To create opportunities for academic excellence, leadership development and career progression.
To maintain the institutional memory, records and legal standing of the association.
History
Milestones
NAKASS founded at a congress of Kaduna State student leaders.
Constitution ratified and first executive council inaugurated.
Welfare Intervention Programme established.
Membership expands to include students in southern Nigerian institutions.
Online communications infrastructure established for remote engagement.
Constitution revised and ratified at the Annual General Congress.
UK Diaspora Chapter formally inaugurated in London.
Governance
Organisational Structure
NAKASS is governed by the National Executive Council (NEC), elected at the Annual General Congress. The NEC is composed of the National President, Secretary General, Welfare Secretary, Financial Secretary, Public Relations Officer and Organising Secretary, alongside representatives from registered chapters.
Day-to-day administration is handled by the National Secretariat. Chapters are governed by their own chapter executives and operate under the NAKASS Constitution.
The Annual General Congress is the supreme governing body of NAKASS, responsible for electing officers, ratifying the constitution and setting association policy.