Politics
North-West Youths Were Backbone of APC’s 2023 Victory — Goronyo
Joel Ajayi
The Honourable Minister of State for Works, Rt. Hon. Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., has hailed North-West youths as the driving force behind the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s victory in the 2023 presidential election, describing them as the vanguard of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Speaking at the Meet and Greet of the PCC North-West Youth Mobilization 2023, held on 20th Tuesday, 2026, Rt. Hon. Goronyo commended members of the North-West Youth Mobilization Directorate for their dedication, resilience, and strategic grassroots engagement during the 2023 campaign.
Bello Muhammad Goronyo, who served as Director of National Youth Mobilization for the North-West Zone during the electioneering period, noted that the zone emerged as the highest contributor to the APC’s victory, delivering 2,652,235 votes, representing about 30 percent of the total votes secured nationwide by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“This was not an accident. It was the outcome of tireless mobilisation, strategic planning, and an unshakable belief in the Asiwaju/Shettima ticket as the right choice for Nigeria,” the Minister said.
He emphasized that the success of the 2023 elections marked only the beginning of a longer journey, urging youths to remain united, vigilant, and committed as the party builds momentum toward Renewed Hope 2027.
The Minister highlighted the Tinubu administration’s focus on infrastructure renewal and economic transformation, stressing that sustained youth engagement remains critical to bridging government policies with grassroots realities.
Rt. Hon. Goronyo also called on youths across the North-West to register with the APC and take ownership of the party’s future, describing young people as the “heartbeat of the party.”
He expressed gratitude to the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, members of the Federal Executive Council, Hon. James Abiodun Faleke, zonal youth directors, and other distinguished guests for their continued support of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Minister reaffirmed his loyalty to the APC and President Tinubu, pledging sustained commitment to delivering infrastructure projects that reflect the administration’s Promise Kept mantra.
Politics
IBBN Chief Warns Against Vote-Buying, Advocates Stronger Enforcement Measures
Joel Ajayi
FCT Coordinator of the Initiative for Better and Brighter Nigeria (IBBN), Dr Emmanuel Afolabihas decried the rising incidence of vote-buying during elections.
He made the observation in an interview on Wednesday in Abuja saying there is need for stiffer penalties against offenders to safeguard the integrity the country’s electoral process.
Afolabi appealed to the government to impose stringent penalties on individuals caught buying or selling votes during elections, stressing that proper enforcement would deter the practice.
“There should be stiff penalties for anyone caught buying or selling votes. If offenders are properly punished, this attitude will stop,” he said.
He explained that IBBN organizes monthly football tournaments as part of its civic engagement strategy, noting that the Kuje Area Council football pitch in Abuja hosted the second edition this year.
Expressing satisfaction with the growing participation and public response to the competition.
According to him, the rising turnout shows that citizens are embracing IBBN’s message of promoting a “new breed without greed” in leadership.
“ The tournament is strategically designed to mobilise citizens and sensitise them on their civic responsibilities ahead of the election period.
“This is the right time for us to start engaging the people so they will understand what is expected of them during the elections,” he said.
The coordinator also announced that the group would hold a major anti–vote-buying programme, inviting journalists, politicians, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and other stakeholders.
He emphasised that strict enforcement of electoral laws would restore credibility to country elections and ensure that winners truly emerge through the people’s mandate.
On drug abuse among youths, Afolabi attributed the trend to attempts by some young people to gain artificial confidence, calling for proper orientation and accountability.
Dr. Isaac Chinagorom, a member of IBBN emphasises the importance of unity and youth inclusiveness in governance, urging young Nigerians to actively shape the nation’s future despite declining trust in the system.
He also addressed insecurity, noting that while the FCT remains relatively safe, other regions face serious challenges, and citizens must collaborate with authorities by reporting threats.
Amos James, IBBN Kuje Area Council Coordinator, added that by June this year, it will be two years since their inauguration.
“ Over this period, we have consistently created awareness about credible elections, educating citizens on the dangers of vote-buying and encouraging support for candidates with integrity,” he said.
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