Youths in Kogi State have reportedly raised N100 million as a “special fund” to purchase President Bola Tinubu’s re-election nomination form ahead of the 2027 elections.
Gatekeepers News reports that the announcement was made on Sunday during a Kogi All Progressives Congress (APC) youth rally held at the Muhammadu Buhari Civic Centre in Lokoja, the state capital. The rally also marked two years of Governor Usman Ododo’s administration and served to endorse Tinubu for a second term.
Speaking at the event, Governor Ododo described the donation as a reflection of the youth’s confidence in Tinubu’s leadership based on performance.
“The youths of Kogi State have spoken with one loud, clear and courageous voice. This endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not emotional; it is informed,” Ododo said. “It is the decision of young people who can think, who can judge results, and who understand leadership.”
Ododo added that the voluntary contribution symbolizes sacrifice, belief, and ownership of Nigeria’s future by young people.
Describing Tinubu as “the boldest president in the history of Nigeria,” Ododo praised his administration for prioritizing national survival over political convenience.
“Any politician thinking only of re-election would have played safe. But Jagaban faced the storm, took the heat and led from the front. Today, we are seeing the results of courage. The naira is stabilising, food prices are responding, the cost of living is dropping, and the standard of living is rising. This is not propaganda; it is about results,” he said.
Ododo also highlighted Tinubu’s focus on youth empowerment, citing programs in agriculture, skills acquisition, economic inclusion, and youth participation. He said the N100 million contribution reflects appreciation for policies placing young Nigerians at the centre of national renewal.
“I am lucky to be serving Kogi State at a time when Jagaban is serving Nigeria,” Ododo said, describing Tinubu as a father figure whose guidance has strengthened his resolve to serve the state.
He further commended First Lady Oluremi Tinubu for the impact of the renewed hope initiative in Kogi and acknowledged Seyi Tinubu’s contributions to youth empowerment, describing the Tinubu family as “a family of vision, kindness and impact.”
Governor Ododo also praised APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda, calling him a reformer strengthening party structures.
