A popular umbrella body representing the youth called the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), a groups that emanated the Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, has officially endorsed the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Seyi Tinubu as its preferred candidate for Lagos State Governor in 2027.
CONYL’s in a statement made available to journalists in Owerri by it 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 adding that President Tinubu’s achievements laid the foundation for Lagos’ status as the “Center of Excellence.”
The statement expressed optimism that Seyi Tinubu’s leadership qualities are 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, called on President Tinubu to listen to the voices of Nigerian youth by supporting Seyi Tinubu’s gubernatorial aspirations, describing the younger Seyi as a 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.
