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2027: NYCN Declares Nationwide Youth Support for Tinubu, Mobilizes Across 36 States, Diaspora

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12 months ago

October 11, 2025

Cyril Ogar

The National Youth Council of Nigeria has officially declared nationwide support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections, pledging to mobilize millions of young Nigerians across the 36 states of the federation, the 774 local government areas, and the diaspora to ensure his re-election.

NYCN President, Ambassador Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo, revealed this while addressing journalists in Abuja over the weekend, noting that the Council’s resolution came after wide-ranging consultations.

He stated that the move was a unified decision by youth leaders aimed at building on the achievements of President Tinubu’s first term and ensuring a brighter and more prosperous future for Nigerian youths.

Sukubo stated, “Thereafter, 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.

Sukubo further stated that Nigerian youths are fully committed to supporting President Tinubu’s re-election ambition and will take the initiative to obtain the party’s presidential nomination form on his behalf.

The NYCN President continued, “This declaration cuts across all 36 states of the federation, the 774 local government areas, and our youth communities in the diaspora. We call on all state chapters, local government coordinators, and affiliate youth organizations under the NYCN to cascade this resolution to the grassroots and mobilize full support nationwide.

“We want to assure Mr. President that he can count on the commitment of Nigerian youths to deliver overwhelming support in 2027. We are confident of mobilizing not less than 40 to 60 million youth votes to guarantee victory for the President.

“It is important to emphasize that the National Youth Council of Nigeria is not a partisan organization. However, our decision stems from our collective desire to secure the future of Nigerian youths and to consolidate on the gains recorded under President Tinubu’s administration, especially in the areas of youth empowerment, education, agriculture, entrepreneurship, digital innovation, and social investment.

“We recognize the President’s unwavering commitment to the growth and inclusion of young people in national development, and we believe that a second term will further strengthen and expand these opportunities for our generation.

On this note, we call on every Nigerian youth, home and abroad, to rise in unity, hope, and determination to ensure continuity and progress in 2027.”

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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows

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6 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.

He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.

According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.

“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.

The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.

“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.

Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.

He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.

He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.

According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.

Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.

He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.

We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.

The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.

He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.

Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.

He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.

“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”

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