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City Boy Movement Hails Historic State Police Bill, Vows Nationwide Mobilisation
Cyril Ogar
The City Boy Movement has welcomed the passage of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) State Police Bill, 2026, by the Nigerian Senate on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, describing it as a historic milestone in Nigeria’s democratic and security evolution.
In a statement Signed Director-General, City Boy Movement National Secretariat, Abuja Hon. Francis Oluwatosin Shoga
The movement noted that the successful passage of all 26 clauses of the landmark legislation represents one of the most far-reaching reforms of Nigeria’s security architecture since the return to democratic governance.
It described the development as a direct response to the longstanding demand of millions of Nigerians—particularly young people—for a policing structure that is community-based, responsive to local realities, and better equipped to protect lives and property across the 36 states of the federation.
The City Boy Movement commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for demonstrating strong political will and urgency in driving the reform. The group noted that from his time as Governor of Lagos State, where he consistently advocated for state policing, to the transmission of the executive bill on June 15 and the Senate’s passage just nine days later, the President has shown exceptional leadership and commitment to meaningful reform.
According to the movement, the President’s actions reaffirm that leadership goes beyond identifying challenges—it requires mobilizing institutions and resources to deliver practical solutions.
The group also praised the leadership of the National Assembly, particularly Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, and all distinguished senators who reconvened during recess to fulfill what it described as a historic constitutional responsibility.
It equally acknowledged the House of Representatives, under the leadership of Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, for the swift and decisive passage of their version of the bill on June 11 with overwhelming support.
However, the City Boy Movement stressed that the legislative journey is not yet complete. It noted that the bill must proceed to a joint conference committee for harmonization before being transmitted to all 36 State Houses of Assembly for ratification.
Describing this next phase as critical, the movement pledged to mobilize its structures and chapters across the six geopolitical zones to advocate for the swift ratification of the constitutional amendment at the state level.
It announced plans to engage governors, state lawmakers, communities, and key civic stakeholders to ensure that the momentum generated at the National Assembly is sustained and that political considerations or bureaucratic delays do not hinder a reform Nigerians have sought for decades.
The movement emphasized that security should never be treated as a partisan issue, noting that it remains the foundation upon which enterprise, education, mobility, and dignity thrive.
The City Boy Movement therefore called on Nigerians, especially young people, to remain actively engaged as the bill enters its final constitutional stage.
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NYP Names Ogbor, Yerima Directors in 2026/2027 Leadership Team
Cyril Ogar
The Nigeria Youths in Politics (NYP) has appointed two young professionals, Ogbor Christian Oghenetega and Arch. Yerima Eric Abdulazeez, as Directors of Innovation and Youth Empowerment, and Fundraising and Resource Mobilisation, respectively, in its 2026/2027 National Working Committee (NWC).
The appointments, approved by the organisation’s leadership, are aimed at strengthening its institutional capacity, promoting innovation, expanding youth participation and enhancing resource mobilisation to advance its objectives of promoting youth involvement in politics, leadership and governance.
In a statement signed on Tuesday in Abuja, NYP President, Hon. Blessing Oyefeso, said the appointments were based on the appointees’ professional backgrounds, leadership experience, entrepreneurial abilities and commitment to youth development and national progress.
Oyefeso expressed confidence that their wealth of experience, innovative ideas and dedication to service would contribute significantly to the organisation’s growth and the successful implementation of its programmes and strategic initiatives.
Ogbor, a real estate entrepreneur and property development professional from Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, holds a degree in Science Laboratory Chemistry from Delta State University, Abraka.
He has experience in real estate investment, property development, project coordination and team leadership, with professional interests in technology, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship and strategic leadership.
A strong advocate of youth empowerment and national development, Ogbor is passionate about encouraging young Nigerians to participate actively in politics and governance.
In his new capacity as Director of Innovation and Youth Empowerment, he is expected to spearhead innovative initiatives, develop youth-oriented programmes, promote entrepreneurship and digital innovation, and facilitate capacity-building opportunities to equip young people with relevant skills and leadership values.
Similarly, Arch. Yerima Eric Abdulazeez, an architect, entrepreneur and construction professional from Biu Local Government Area of Borno State, brings more than 10 years of experience in architectural design, construction management, project development and consultancy.
He holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) and a Master of Education (MEd) in Architecture. He began his professional career at Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, where he acquired valuable industry experience and participated in projects involving international institutions, including the United Nations (UN) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
Yerima is currently the Chief Executive Officer of Yericon-Towersix Integrated Services Ltd., an architecture and construction firm, where he provides strategic and technical leadership in design, construction, consultancy and project development.
As Director of Fundraising and Resource Mobilisation, he is expected to develop sustainable fundraising strategies, identify strategic partnerships, engage potential donors and institutional supporters, and mobilise financial and non-financial resources to support the organisation’s programmes and activities.
His experience in strategic planning, project management, entrepreneurship and institutional development is expected to strengthen the organisation’s resource mobilisation framework and long-term sustainability.
The Nigeria Youths in Politics is a youth-focused political and civic engagement organisation committed to promoting active participation by young Nigerians in the country’s political processes, leadership and governance.
Through advocacy, political education, mentorship, capacity development, strategic partnerships and grassroots mobilisation, the organisation seeks to equip young people with leadership skills, encourage democratic participation, influence public policy and ensure that their voices and interests are represented in national decision-making.
The organisation maintains that meaningful youth participation is critical to building a responsive, accountable and sustainable democratic society.
Congratulating the appointees, Oyefeso urged them to bring their professional expertise, creativity and commitment to service to bear on their respective assignments.
He also charged them to work closely with other members of the National Working Committee to advance the organisation’s vision, strengthen its structures and implement impactful programmes that would create opportunities for young Nigerians.
The appointments take effect within the 2026/2027 National Working Committee cycle as NYP continues efforts to strengthen its structures and expand its impact in youth political engagement, empowerment and national development.
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