Office of the AASU President

24/07/2026

AASU Mourns Elvis "Beast" Otieno:
Ex-TUM Leader who spent his final Hours fighting for A Needy Student;
“ELVIS OTIENO: A Legacy of Unhindered Access to Education”
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FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE:
July 23, 2026

1. The All-Africa Students Union received with deep sorrow news of the passing of Comrade Elvis "Beast" Otieno, former student leader at the Technical University of Mombasa – Republic of Kenya.

2. We have been informed by comrades at Technical University of Mombasa - TUM and Antony Manyara the Kenya University Students Organization - KUSO that Comrade Elvis spent his final hours doing what defined him: serving others. He was at the administration offices advocating for a needy student who was at risk of missing an exam due to fee challenges. He refused to leave until that comrade was cleared to sit.

3. That was Beast. Elvis was an exceptional young Kenyan who embraced the ideals of good governance early. As a student leader at TUM, he dedicated his energy to comrades. He worked closely with KUSO, TUMSU, and student unions across Kenya, building bridges and reminding us that student leadership is about service, not self.

4. His passing is a profound loss to his family, to TUM, to KUSO, to student unions in Kenya, and to the African student movement.

5. On behalf of the continental students’ movement, I extend condolences to HE President William Samoei Ruto , his family, the TUM community, KUSO, and all Kenyan students.

6. May we honor Elvis by continuing his work: ensuring no student is left behind. Let every needy comrade who sits an exam be part of his legacy.

7. We therefore demand that the Government of Kenya immortalizes ELVIS OTIENO’s “Legacy of Unhindered Access to Education” by establishing a “Special Undertaking Policy” that further assists indigent students sit their exams but perhaps expected to clear fees before accessing their final result.

8. May the soul of Elvis "Beast" Otieno Rest in Eternal Peace.

E-Signed:
H.E. Osisiogu Osikenyi E.
President, All‑Africa Students’ Union (AASU)
20, Asante Mireku Street, Westland – Accra, Ghana
Or: Suite 223, Lagos House Complex, CBD
76, Ralph Sodeinde Street, Abuja – Nigeria.
Email: [email protected] |Tel: +2348035795713;

ATTN:
Valentine Mugun ,
VP(East Africa),
All-Africa Students UNION

27/05/2026

20/03/2026

The All Africa Students Union wishes all Muslims a blessed Eid. May this special occasion bring you peace, good health, and happiness. Wishing you a joyful and fulfilling Eid celebration.

28/02/2026

As the new leadership begins its journey, HE Osisiogu Osikenyi leads the AASU Executive Meeting, setting a clear tone of unity, purpose, and forward-thinking governance.

12/02/2026

AASU DEMANDS
JUSTICE FOR ABDOULAYE BA,
Immediate Action by President Bassirou Faye
and Calm by all Students in Senegal
February 11, 2026

1. The All-Africa Students Union (AASU) is outraged but wishes to first of all convey our solidarity with Senegalese Students following the unrest escalating after a tragic incident at Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar – Republic of Senegal, where a second-year medical student, Abdoulaye Ba, was reportedly killed in cold blood by overzealous and unprofessional security officers following a protest over unpaid financial aid.

2. We condemn in strong terms the excessive force used by security forces even on a campus and on “well identified students” agitating on a well-known national issue hence demand an immediate independent investigation into Ba's death with outcome made public within 48hours as well as we welcome the release of most (105) of the arrested and detained students of Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar – Republic of Senegal.

3. While President Bassirou Diomaye Faye must up his game in addressing the country's economic challenges; he must also do more in prioritizing investments in Education, Student welfare and Campus Safety across Senegal with a view to forestalling persistent uprising from students who constitute a significant percentage of his genuine support base before and after Presidential Elections.

4. Finally – I wish to call on Senegalese Students in Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar and every other campus across the country to desist from any further violent protests and wanton Destruction of Education Infrastructure: but give room for expedited peaceful resolution of the crisis while we continue to appraise minute-by-minute developments as I once again, on behalf of the continental Students’ movement, express our unalloyed solidarity with you and urging peaceful resolution.

5. I still urge internal resolution mechanisms championed by the Senegalese National Students’ Union and other Student Leadership structures in Senegal to ensure the expedited de-escalation of any further hostilities, release of detained students, resumption of academic activities and commencement of constructive Dialogue as pathway to sustainable Resolution; above all, !

6. We stand with Senegalese students in demanding a better future for Africa.

E-Signed:
Cde Osisiogu Osikenyi E.,
President, All-Africa Students Union (AASU)
C/O: AASU Secretariat Headquarters,
West Legon, Accra – Republic of Ghana
+2348035795713, [email protected]

L'AASU EXIGE
JUSTICE POUR ABDOULAYE BA,
Action Immédiate du Président Bassirou Faye
et Calme de tous les Étudiants au Sénégal
11 février 2026

1. L'Union des Étudiants de l'Afrique (UASE) est outrée mais souhaite d'abord exprimer sa solidarité avec les étudiants sénégalais suite aux troubles qui ont suivi l'incident tragique à l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, où un étudiant en deuxième année de médecine, Abdoulaye Ba, a été tué par des agents de sécurité trop zélés et non professionnels lors d'une manifestation pour non-paiement d'aide financière.

2. Nous condamnons fermement l'usage excessif de la force par les forces de sécurité, même sur un campus et sur des "étudiants bien identifiés" qui manifestent sur une question nationale connue, et exigeons une enquête indépendante immédiate sur la mort de Ba, dont les résultats seront rendus publics dans les 48 heures, ainsi que la libération immédiate et inconditionnelle de tous les étudiants arrêtés et détenus de l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar.

3. Le Président Bassirou Diomaye Faye doit intensifier ses efforts pour relever les défis économiques du pays et donner la priorité aux investissements dans l'éducation, le bien-être des étudiants et la sécurité sur les campus à travers le Sénégal pour prévenir les soulèvements persistants des étudiants qui constituent une part importante de sa base de soutien.

4. Nous appelons les étudiants sénégalais à l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar et dans tous les autres campus du pays à s'abstenir de toute nouvelle manifestation violente et de destruction des infrastructures éducatives, mais à donner la possibilité d'une résolution pacifique rapide de la crise.

5. Je continue d'exhorter les mécanismes de résolution interne menés par l'Union Nationale des Étudiants du Sénégal et d'autres structures de leadership étudiant au Sénégal à assurer la désescalade rapide de toute nouvelle hostilité, la libération des étudiants détenus, la reprise des activités académiques et l'ouverture d'un dialogue constructif comme voie vers une résolution durable ; surtout, !.

6. ! Nous sommes avec les étudiants sénégalais pour exiger un meilleur avenir pour l'Afrique.

E-Signé:
Cde Osisiogu Osikenyi E.,
Président, Union des Étudiants de l'Afrique (L’AASU)
C/O: Secrétariat de l'UASE, West Legon,
Accra - République du Ghana
+2348035795713, [email protected]

11/02/2026

Sharing highlights from the All Africa Students Union (AASU) Inauguration and Honours Ceremony 2026, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra, Ghana 🇬🇭

The gathering marked the official inauguration of the AASU President, H.E. Osisiogu Osikenyi, alongside H.E. Divine Kwadjodeh, Secretary General, and other elected executives representing countries across Africa.

Captured here are moments that speak to the energy of the day — from meaningful interactions to well-deserved honours — reminding us of the strength that comes from collective vision and continental solidarity 🌍

03/01/2026

Public Announcement of
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Appointive Portfolios
of the Presidency of the All-Africa Students Union (AASU),
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I have the instructions of the President – HE Osisiogu Osikenyi E., to formally announce the creation of the underlisted appointive Offices under his administration; hence Call for immediate Application from National Student Unions, other Student/youth leadership structures and “Independent Persons” from the continent and Africa’s Diaspora.
1. Chief of Staff (CoS);
2. Deputy Chief of Staff (DCS);
3. Principal Policy Advisor (PPA);
4. Principal Liaison Officer to the Secretariat in Accra (PLOSA);
5. Principal Partnerships Envoy (PPE)
6. Principal Finance Officer (PFO);
7. Principal Personal Assistant (PPA);
8. Principal Logistics Officer (PLO);
9. Principal Security Advisor (PSA)
10. Chief Press Secretary (PPS);
11. Head of Political Bureau (HPB);
12. Senior Presidential Envoys (SPE)
a. SPE to the United Kingdom, English Students' Unions & Commonwealth HQ
b. SPE Europe, EU and European Students Unions
c. SPE to Asia, Asian Students' Unions & SAARC
d. SPE to South East Asia and Students’ Unions in SE Asia;
e. SPE to East Asia and South Asia and Students’ Unions in E&S Asia;
f. SPE to Central Asia and Students’ Unions in Central Asia;
g. SPE to West Asia (Middle East): and Student Unions in West Asia (Middle East);
d. SPE to Australia/Oceania, Australia Students' Unions and PIF;
e. SPE to North America, Students Unions & NAFTA/USMCA
f. SPE to South America, USA Students Unions & UNASUR/MERCOSUR
g. SPE to AU, ADB, AfCFTA, AFREXIM Bank et al
13. Business Development Executive;
14. Special Duties & Programmes Executive;
15. Special Assistant on New Media (Social Media);
16. Special Assistant on Graphics/Art Works and Presentations;
17. Technical Assistant;
18. Executive Assistant;
19. Protocol Officer;
20. Others, as may be suggested

Please note that consideration of Application is subject to the discretion of the President in consultation with the Executive Committee of the Union. “An informal Indication of Interest” to be sent via Whatsapp and/or simple call to the President and/or +2348032820756 to simply indicate interest is Open only until Sunday January 4, 2026.

Be informed that while these positions would add to your Profile, give you global travel exposure opportunities and other incentives, they are not directly remunerated.

Accept the assurance of the All-Africa Students’ Union led by the President - HE Osisiogu Osikenyi E., as we anticipate your applications positively.

E-Signed:
Dr. Abel Okewu,
Principal Private Secretary to the President,
All-Africa Students’ Union (AASU)

07/12/2025

Congratulations to Our Newly Elected Executives

HE Osisiogu Osikenyi extends his warmest congratulations to all newly elected executives who have emerged victorious in the ongoing electoral process. Your success reflects the confidence that student communities across the continent have placed in your capacity to serve, lead, and drive meaningful impact.

Even as we await the conclusion of the remaining stages of the elections, MR. President calls on each of you to join hands in building a stronger, more resilient union, one that stands firmly for the rights, welfare, and aspirations of students throughout Africa. This is a crucial moment for unity, collaboration, and shared purpose, and together we can elevate the All Africa Students Union to a standard that truly represents the voice of the continent’s young people.

Let us move forward with commitment, maturity, and a collective resolve to deliver the progress our students deserve.

07/12/2025

A New Dawn for the Continental Student Body

A new chapter begins as Osisiogu Osikenyi is elected President of the Continental Student Body, marking a significant moment in our collective journey toward stronger representation and purposeful engagement. His emergence reflects a renewed confidence in visionary leadership committed to the advancement of students across Africa.

As we celebrate this milestone, I call on all student leaders across the continent to join us in strengthening our shared mandate. Together, we can elevate the All Africa Students Union (AASU) to greater heights, deepen collaboration, and build a united front that drives meaningful progress for the millions of young people we represent.

Congratulations to President Osisiogu Osikenyi. May this new era usher in stronger partnerships, bold ideas, and a reinforced commitment to the development and empowerment of Africa’s student community.