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From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja
The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Senate Chief Whip, Muhammed Tahir Monguno, have charged Nigerian youths to eschew violence during elections ahead of the forthcoming 2027 polls.
APC National Youth Leader, Dayo Israel and National Coordinator of Renewed Hope Agenda Continuity Marshals, Osawemwenhio Uwagboe, made the appeal in their remarks during the official launch of REHACMA in Abuja on Thursday.
They also admonished the youths to engage political leaders with constructive ideas that can advance national development and good governance rather than resort to violence.
In his remarks, Monguno described Nigerian youths as vital stakeholders who will shape the future of the nation,noting: “My advice to Nigerian youths is to shun violence, torture, and drug abuse in the course of electioneering and elections.”
“Rather, they should be enlightened and impartial youth who will engage leaders on ideas and on what they have for the people,” he cautioned.
The Senate Chief Whip who chaired the occasion equally claimed that the National Assembly has safeguarded the interests of Nigerian youths as key stakeholders in national development.
“The National Assembly passed that Electoral Bill in order to create a level playing field for youth to participate in governance. Again, the National Assembly passed the Student Loans Bill, the NELFUND Act, which was assented to by Mr. President.
“That was done by the National Assembly in order to prepare Nigeria youths and students. Because education is a backdrop, it is key for any developmental agenda, especially human capital development.
“Education is very, very key. That is why the NELFUND Act was passed by the National Assembly and assented to by Mr. President in order to develop the youth and prepare them adequately for future roles and future leadership roles in society,” he said.
Speaking further, he praised REHACMA for providing a platform that enables youths to articulate their interests and collectively advance their concerns.
He noted, “Because it is a road not only for inclusivity in governance but also a veritable tool and tonic for youth inclusivity in governance.
“What you are taking are the right steps in the right direction, because the journey of a thousand miles starts with one step. That is how we all started.
“The Renewed Hope Agenda is why one of its philosophical cornerstones is to jealously guard and protect the interests of the youth. That is why, for the first time in the annals of the history of Nigeria under the Renewed Hope Agenda, President Bola Tinubu has appointed more youths into leadership positions.”
In his goodwill message, Dayo, APC NWC member, encouraged Nigerian youths to actively participate in politics.
Israel noted that President Tinubu has faced criticism, attacks, and challenges but has remained steadfast, refusing to compromise on the integrity, future, development, and progress of the Nigerian people.
He stated, “And so today is not just a gathering of jolly good fellows. Today is the beginning of something great and important. The official national launch of a youth population platform supporting the Renewed Hope Agenda. It’s the launch of a movement that the youth wing of the party encourages, because we can’t do it alone.
“We need youths to get involved and we need more support groups to go out there and help us mobilise the grassroots. It is the beginning of another extension of our goal being achieved. As the youth wing, this is our priority,” he said.
Earlier in his remarks, REHACMA
National Coordinator, Osawemwenhio Uwagboe called on Nigerian youths to take an active role in shaping the nation’s future.
He emphasised that the REHACMA provides a structured avenue for youth engagement, capacity building, and support for President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Uwagboe stated, “REHACMA exists for one clear reason: to sustain hope with action. We are young Nigerians from different political backgrounds who have chosen to come together because we believe Nigeria must move forward. We believe in the leadership that is working. We believe in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu.
“We understand that national progress is not achieved by wishes. It is achieved by support, organisation, communication, and courage,” he said.
