- 2027: Youth Leaders Endorse Tinubu
- Seek Single Seven-Year Tenure for Politicians
- The coalition rejected calls for military intervention
Over 707 youth leaders representing Nigeria’s ethnic nationalities have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term while advocating a constitutional amendment to introduce a single seven-year tenure for all elected officials.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the proposal, they said, would promote governance stability, reduce political tension, and end the costly cycle of continuous elections that often hinders national development.
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The position was presented during the 1st All Nigerian Ethnic Nationalities Youth Conference 2025, held at the Federal Ministry of Environment’s Green Building Auditorium, Abuja, with the theme “Emboldening a New Nigeria of Our Dream.”
The conference, convened by Aare (Barr.) Oladotun Hassan, President of the Nigeria Youth Coalition (NYC), also marked the 30th anniversary of Ken Saro-Wiwa’s death, honouring his legacy as an environmental activist and defender of the Niger Delta people.
In his keynote address, Aare Hassan described Nigeria’s democracy as “trapped in the ritual of endless elections,” which he said distracts leaders from governance.
“We are proposing a single seven-year tenure for all elective offices, beginning before the 2027 general elections,” he said. “This will allow leaders to focus on performance and national development rather than constant electioneering.”
He argued that frequent election cycles create a politically charged atmosphere that stifles progress, insisting that Nigeria needs “time-bound leadership stability” to fully realise the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration.
Delegates at the conference unanimously endorsed President Tinubu for a second term, describing him as “a symbol of democratic continuity and resilience.”
“President Tinubu has shown courage in steering Nigeria through difficult reforms,” Hassan noted. “We acknowledge the challenges but believe that stability and time will deliver results.”
The gathering also honoured Alhaji Aliko Dangote (GCON) with the Legend of Democracy Hero Award for his role in industrial development. The group called on the Federal Government to support private investors like Dangote and grant his refinery direct access to crude supply and exploration licences, arguing that such measures could lower fuel prices to about ₦200 per litre.
The youth leaders proposed drafting a New People’s Constitution to address structural imbalances in governance. They also demanded:
A single seven-year tenure for all elected officials;
35% budget allocation to Education, 25% to Youth Development, and 15% to Traditional Institutions;
Creation of a Federal Ministry of Chieftaincy and Traditional Affairs;
Review of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) to raise host community benefits from 3% to 30%;
Establishment of National Agricultural Economic Development Zones to promote mechanised farming.
The conference also commemorated Ken Saro-Wiwa’s 30th anniversary, describing his death as a reminder of the sacrifices made for justice and environmental protection.
The coalition rejected calls for military intervention, stressing that democracy must be preserved.
“It would be crude and undemocratic for anyone to call for a return to military rule,” Hassan said. “Tinubu, Shehu Sani, and other patriots fought for the democracy we now enjoy; we must never betray that struggle.”
He urged the Federal Government to review economic policies affecting citizens, including fuel pricing, electricity tariffs, and currency devaluation, while prioritising pro-people reforms.
The event concluded with the 100 Heroes of Democracy Awards, recognising outstanding Nigerians including President Tinubu, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi.
A posthumous Doyen of Democracy Award was conferred on Ken Saro-Wiwa for his enduring fight for justice and environmental protection.
“Nigeria needs leadership measured by performance, not endless elections,” Hassan concluded. “A seven-year single tenure will give every leader the time to deliver and Nigerians the hope that democracy can truly work.”
