The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term, pledging to mobilise millions of young Nigerians at home and abroad ahead of the 2027 general elections.
NYCN President, Ambassador Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo, made the declaration during a press briefing in Abuja over the weekend, stating that the decision followed extensive consultations across the country.
According to Sukubo, the resolution represents a unified stance of youth leaders drawn from all 36 states, the Federal Capital Territory, and the 774 local government areas, aimed at consolidating the gains of Tinubu’s administration.
He further announced that the NYCN is prepared to take the initiative of obtaining the presidential nomination form on Tinubu’s behalf, signalling full commitment to his re-election bid.
Sukubo reaffirmed that the support spans beyond national borders, extending to Nigerian youth communities in the diaspora.
He urged state chapters, local government coordinators, and affiliate youth organisations to propagate the resolution to the grassroots and commence mobilisation efforts nationwide.
The NYCN, recognised as the umbrella body for Nigerian youths, said the endorsement is driven by a desire to ensure unity, progress, and sustained development under Tinubu’s leadership, which they believe aligns with the aspirations of over 60 million young people.
NYCN's President said:
"We wish to make it abundantly clear to the entire nation and the global community that under my leadership, the National Youth Council of Nigeria has reached a firm resolution on key national issues. These resolutions, which have emerged after extensive consultations over the past two weeks, reflect the collective voice and aspirations of Nigerian youths across all 36 states and the 774 local government areas.
"Today’s press conference is convened to address issues that directly affect the Nigerian youth, the heartbeat and future of this great nation. It is also aimed at setting the ball rolling for the continued progress, unity, and prosperity of our dear country.
"Having been duly elected alongside members of the National Executive Council of the NYCN, we stand as the legitimate representatives of the entire youth population of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
"After due consideration and careful evaluation of national developments under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Nigerian youth have decided to declare their unflinching support for the President to seek a second term in office come 2027.
"Therefore, today, on behalf of over 60 million Nigerian youths, we formally call on His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to declare his intention to contest for the office of President in the 2027 general elections."
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