From Nahum Sule, Jalingo
The President of the Arewa Youths Assembly for Good Leadership (AYAGL), Alhaji Danbature Abdul-Hamid, has outlined plans to mobilise youths and other grassroots stakeholders across Northern Nigeria, particularly the Northeast, ahead of the 2027 general elections in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election.
In an interview with our correspondent, Danbature, who is also a member of the Presidential Campaign Council, said the mobilisation would focus on engaging communities, explaining government policies and building public support for the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
He maintained that President Tinubu deserves another term, citing initiatives in education, infrastructure, security, agriculture and economic reforms as areas where the administration has made progress.
Among the initiatives he highlighted were the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), major highway projects, increased funding for security agencies and agricultural interventions aimed at improving food production.
According to him, the Renewed Hope Agenda is gradually laying the foundation for sustainable development, although he acknowledged the importance of ensuring that government policies translate into tangible improvements in the lives of ordinary Nigerians.
”President Tinubu has demonstrated a commitment to addressing some of the country’s longstanding challenges. From education financing to infrastructure development and economic reforms, there are initiatives that deserve public attention and proper assessment. We believe continuity will provide an opportunity to consolidate these policies and address areas where Nigerians are still expecting better results,” he said.
On his mobilisation strategy, Danbature said his engagement would extend beyond political rallies and social media campaigns to direct interactions with communities.
”Our responsibility is not just to campaign. It is to build trust, explain government policies in a language ordinary people understand and ensure that the concerns of people at the grassroots are communicated to those in authority,” he stated.
Speaking on developments in Taraba State, Danbature commended Governor Agbu Kefas for aligning with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly in the education sector.
He cited the state’s free education policy at primary and secondary school levels, alongside the reported 50 per cent reduction in tuition fees in tertiary institutions, describing the measures as important interventions towards expanding access to education.
He argued that investment in education remains critical to addressing poverty, youth unemployment and inequality, adding that cooperation between state and federal governments could improve service delivery.
The AYAGL President also called on youths across Northern Nigeria to shun divisive politics and participate constructively in the democratic process.
He said the 2027 general elections should provide an opportunity for citizens to assess government performance, examine competing political positions and make informed decisions based on issues affecting their communities.
Danbature reaffirmed his commitment to mobilising support for President Tinubu, stressing that political participation should ultimately translate into improved governance and better living conditions for Nigerians.