BREAKING: Coalition of Nigerian Youth endorse Seyi Tinubu for Governor 

BREAKING: Coalition of Nigerian Youth endorse Seyi Tinubu for Governor

 

The Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), a prominent umbrella body representing youth groups from Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, has formally endorsed Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as its preferred candidate for Lagos State Governor in 2027.

 

In a statement issued on Tuesday in Owerri, CONYL’s leadership, including President General Comrade Goodluck Ibem, Secretary Comrade Junard Abubakar, Public Relations Officer Comrade Iniobong Sampson, and Publicity Secretary Comrade Adeyemo Adewale, announced their resolution following an extensive meeting.

 

The coalition credited its decision to the “transformational performance” and “leadership traits” of President Tinubu during his tenure as Lagos State Governor.

 

According to the group, President Tinubu’s achievements laid the foundation for Lagos’ status as the “Center of Excellence.”

 

The statement expressed confidence that Seyi Tinubu possesses the leadership qualities needed to build on his father’s achievements, noting that Nigerian youths see him as a symbol of fresh ideas and innovation.

 

“Lagos State needs a youth with wonderful ideas and experience to govern.

 

“Seyi Tinubu is gifted, qualified, experienced, well-read, and capable to lead Lagos State to the promised land come 2027,” the group stated.

 

CONYL urged President Tinubu to heed the voices of Nigerian youth by supporting Seyi Tinubu’s gubernatorial aspirations, describing the younger Tinubu as a capable leader who has demonstrated excellence in previous roles.

 

It called on youths across the nation to rally behind Seyi Tinubu, stating that his governorship ambition is an opportunity for Nigerian youth to demonstrate their capabilities.