By Suleman Ahmad
The APC Northern Youths Merger Group has called on ministers in President Bola Tinubu’s administration to follow the example of his son, Seyi Tinubu, in actively engaging and supporting the youth.
In a press statement signed by the group’s National Coordinator, Comrade Musa Mujahid Zaitawa, and made available to The Bureau Newspaper in Kano, the group expressed appreciation to the President through Seyi Tinubu for his willingness to listen to their concerns, which was facilitated by his media advisor, Sunday Dare.
The group highlighted its ongoing efforts in combating drug abuse and rape in the North, noting that these issues remain critical challenges in the region. They recalled their advocacy efforts dating back to the 8th and 9th Senate, when the leadership of former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege played a key role in the enactment of the Anti-Rape and Anti-Drugs Act.
Additionally, the group reiterated its opposition to the #EndBadGovernance protests in the North, stating that young people should not be used for destructive purposes. They noted that many youths were arrested during the protests, and they had actively engaged with prison authorities, urging President Tinubu to pardon those detained. According to them, the President’s agreement to grant clemency demonstrated his responsiveness to the concerns of Northern youths.
The youth group also commended Tinubu for prioritizing the development of the North, citing the establishment of the North West Development Commission and the North Central Development Commission as crucial steps towards addressing the region’s challenges. They also welcomed the approval of key highway projects, which they believe will enhance infrastructure and economic growth.
Furthermore, they urged the President to take additional measures to reduce the cost of fertilizer, emphasizing that affordable agricultural inputs would boost food production and improve the region’s economic stability.
The group called on federal ministers and government officials to emulate Seyi Tinubu, who has actively traveled across the country in support of youth development. They also praised Nasir Bala Ja’oji, a young APC supporter dedicated to community progress despite holding no official position.
With these calls, the APC Northern Youths Merger Group is pushing for greater government involvement in addressing the concerns of Northern youth, while advocating for a more inclusive and development-driven governance approach.
