At Jagannath University, AKM Rakib, president of the JBU Student Rights Council and vice president candidate backed by the BNP-aligned student group, issued a stern warning to the government regarding the implementation of the referendum. His statement came late on March 30 through a verified Facebook post, following the announcement of the repeal of the Referendum Ordinance Bill. Rakib reaffirmed his strong stance in favor of the referendum and cautioned the authorities against any irregularities in its execution.

In his post, Rakib criticized both the BNP and the government for their positions opposing the referendum. He argued that the July movement, which led to the formation of an interim government, had broad participation across political lines and that the referendum was a key part of the reform process initiated by that government. He questioned why the ruling party was now hesitating over the referendum despite previously supporting it during the national election.

Rakib declared his continued commitment to anti-fascist activism and vowed to resist any attempt to undermine the July movement or the referendum process.