No Amount Of Endorsements Will Save You If Insecurity Persists – Northern Youths To Tinubu
The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum has said President Bola Tinubu’s chances in the 2027 presidential election will depend largely on his ability to address the country’s insecurity and economic hardship.
The National President of the forum, Yerima Shettima, stated this while speaking with The Punch.
He said the northern youths were deeply concerned about the rising wave of killings, kidnappings and economic distress, stressing that no amount of political endorsement could guarantee electoral success if the situation remained unchanged.
Shettima cautioned the President not to be carried away by the endorsements of state governors, reminding him that former President Goodluck Jonathan received similar support ahead of the 2015 election but still lost to Muhammadu Buhari due to widespread public dissatisfaction.
He said, “As Nigeria approaches the pivotal 2027 elections, the political future of President Bola Tinubu hinges significantly on his administration’s ability to navigate the intricate relationship between national security and economic stability.
“The challenges posed by insecurity and economic turmoil are not merely administrative hurdles; they are critical determinants of public sentiment and voters’ behaviour.”
According to him, the country continues to grapple with insurgency, banditry and communal clashes, all of which have eroded public confidence and triggered major humanitarian crises.
He added, “Compounding the security challenges are the economic crises Nigeria currently faces. High unemployment rates, rampant inflation and declining living standards have left many citizens disillusioned. As Nigerians grapple with economic hardship, they will scrutinise Tinubu’s economic policies with heightened interest.”
Shettima stressed that the youth, who make up the bulk of the voting population, were increasingly frustrated and would assess the government strictly based on performance rather than political rhetoric.
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
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