Support Tinubu’s Re-election Bid, Akpabio Tells Northern Youths

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has urged Northern youths and stakeholders to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, saying collective backing for the administration is important to advancing its development agenda.

Akpabio made the appeal while receiving the Par-Excellence Award presented to him by the Arewa Revival Project (ARP) in recognition of his leadership and contributions to Nigeria’s democratic and legislative development.

The award was presented to the Senate President in Abuja by the Project Coordinator of the Arewa Revival Project, Hon. Muttaka Ahmed Ibrahim, on behalf of the organisation.

In his response, Akpabio expressed appreciation to the group for the recognition, describing it as an encouragement to continue working towards national unity, stability and development.

The Senate President called on Nigerians, particularly stakeholders in Northern Nigeria, to rally behind Tinubu and support his re-election bid.

He maintained that sustained public engagement and support for the administration’s programmes would be crucial to advancing its development agenda.

Akpabio also assured Northern youths of his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote empowerment, education, skills acquisition, entrepreneurship and economic inclusion.

He stressed the need to create meaningful opportunities for young people to participate in national development and contribute to building a stronger Nigeria.

The Senate President further called for sustained collaboration among the Federal Government, state governments, community leaders and youth organisations to expand opportunities for young Nigerians, particularly those in the North.

He noted that investing in the potential of young people was essential to promoting peace, tackling insecurity and achieving sustainable development.

Earlier, Ibrahim said the award recognised Akpabio’s contributions to democratic governance and national development.

He also called for stronger collaboration among political leaders, community organisations and other stakeholders to address the challenges confronting Northern Nigeria, particularly those affecting its youth population.

The Arewa Revival Project said the recognition reflected its commitment to celebrating distinguished public service, promoting national unity and encouraging leadership that advances peace, development and the welfare of Nigerians.

The organisation congratulated Akpabio on receiving the award and expressed hope that the recognition would strengthen collaboration towards building a peaceful, inclusive and prosperous Nigeria.