The Ondo State Governor’s Special Adviser on Youth and Social Inclusion, Henry Okunomo, says he has commenced efforts to mobilise young people across the state’s 18 local government areas in support of President Bola Tinubu’s re-election ambition.
Okunomo disclosed that he intends to rally 800,000 youths to participate in political activities backing Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
He made this known in a statement released on Thursday, where he declared his support for the President’s administration and praised its policies and efforts towards youth inclusion.
The statement noted that young people in Ondo State consider the Federal Government’s policies and reforms as opportunities to contribute to national development.
“The youths in Ondo State acknowledged the importance of the Federal Government’s policies and reforms in creating opportunities for young Nigerians and strengthening their participation in national development.
“The inclusion of youths in governance, alongside the opportunities provided through various government initiatives, has continued to inspire confidence among young people who are eager to contribute meaningfully to the growth and development of the country,” the statement read.
The governor’s aide also applauded Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, describing his leadership approach as supportive of young people and commending his administration’s commitment to their inclusion in governance.
He stressed that collaboration between the Federal Government and the Ondo State Government was essential to youth empowerment, economic opportunities and sustainable development.
The statement further maintained that young people across the state were willing to engage in political mobilisation and other activities to support Tinubu’s second-term ambition.
“Odno State youths are prepared to demonstrate their political commitment through massive mobilisation, active participation, and sustained engagement in support of President Tinubu and the ideals of democratic governance. We have started already and our target is 800,000 youths across the state,” it stated.
It added that the planned mobilisation demonstrated the youths’ appreciation of what it described as leadership that acknowledged their capabilities and provided opportunities for them.
According to the statement, the Office of the Special Adviser on Youth and Social Inclusion would sustain efforts to encourage youth engagement, political participation and inclusion throughout Ondo State.