A youth organisation, Coalition of Southern Nigeria Youth Groups for ASIWAJU 2027, has said that it will support the incumbent President Bola Tinubu for a re-election.
The group, comprising of youths from the 17 states of the Southern Nigeria, said it is not driven by blind polarisation or ethnic interests but ideology of your governance which it claims Tinubu has promoted in the last two years when he assumed office.
The group also assured that it will leverage grassroot engagement, digital advocacy, and policy-driven initiatives to ensure massive youth participation in the upcoming electoral cycle in order to solidify the support base of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and contribute to the overall development of the nation.
Addressing a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, the Executive Director of the group 2027, Rikki Nwajiofor, described Tinubu as a symbol of generational progress whose commitment to Nigerian youth is backed by action-driven, and results-oriented policies.
According to Nwajiofor, under Tinubu, the youths of the country have witnessed concrete transformations that impact our generation directly.
He said, “Digital Empowerment for the Future and the tech cum skill training of the youths: Through the launch of the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) program, young Nigerians are being equipped with cutting-edge digital skills in coding, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and more.
“The return of the Student Loan Scheme Education is the bedrock of empowerment. President Tinubu’s reintroduction and expansion of the Student Loan Act provides equitable access to tertiary education for all, regardless of economic status. This is a landmark reform that prioritizes learning and lifts the burden off struggling families.
“Youth in Governance For the first time in many years, we are witnessing a federal cabinet and political appointments that reflect youth inclusion. Young people are not just voting; they are leading. From ministers to special advisers, DGs, and executive secretary of various parastatals, the president has demonstrated trust in the ability of Nigerian youth to lead and deliver.”
The group also lauded Tinubu on Creative and Sports Economy Development, Support for Youth-Owned Businesses, NYSC Revitalisation and Skill Acquisition, Local Government Autonomy.
“We believe that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has laid a strong foundation for a modern Nigeria – and he deserves our support to complete this noble mission.
”A four year tenure is not enough to entrench life-changing policies and uproot stenching corrupt practices that have held our great nation backwards. Asiwaju deserves a second term so as to nurture these economic and social reforms to an enviable height.” he noted.