The League of Yoruba Youth for Advocacy and Good Governance has reaffirmed its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, commending his administration’s economic reforms and policies aimed at strengthening governance and youth empowerment.
Speaking at the League’s annual summit in Abuja with the theme “Evaluation of the Renewed Hope Agenda: A Strategic Way of Converting Challenges to Good,” the President-General of the group, Ambassador Ambassador Adediwura Adesina said the forum was designed to review the impact of government reforms and assess the president’s performance since assuming office in May 2023.
Ambassador Adesina praised the president’s courage in removing fuel subsidy on his first day in office, describing it as a painful but necessary step to save the economy.
“President Tinubu was bold enough to remove the fuel subsidy on his first day in office — a courageous step to secure Nigeria’s economic future. Though it came with hardship, it was a necessary decision to prevent further deterioration,” he said.
He noted that the removal of fuel subsidy had significantly increased allocations to states and local governments, calling on Nigerians to hold governors accountable for the transparent use of the funds.
“From January to June 2025 alone, state and local government allocations have tripled compared to previous years. It’s time citizens ask their governors where the funds are going,” he stressed.
Adesina also hailed the granting of local government autonomy through the Supreme Court ruling as a landmark achievement of the Tinubu administration, describing it as a “major milestone for grassroots development.”
He further highlighted the creation of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) as a life-changing policy that ensures no student is denied education due to financial hardship.
“No student in Nigeria should drop out again because of financial difficulty,” he emphasized.
Reiterating the group’s commitment to national unity, Adesina said ethnicity should not divide Nigerians.
“We don’t believe anyone is Igbo, Hausa, or Yoruba — these are just tribal names. We are all Nigerians. Only unity can move this country forward,” he declared.
The youth leader advised President Tinubu to remain focused on his economic and governance agenda despite political distractions.
“Our message to President Tinubu is simple — do not be distracted. Stay the course. You are on the right track,” he said.
The League hinted that it would consider endorsing President Tinubu for re-election in 2027 after a performance review of his administration.
“If the Renewed Hope scorecard exceeds 70 percent, we will officially declare our support,” Adesina concluded.
The summit also featured award presentations to individuals, traditional leaders and institutions that had contributed to peace, good governance, and national unity.
In his goodwill message, Chief Olayinka Oladiran, a member of the League’s Board of Trustees, urged Nigerian leaders to consolidate the gains of the ongoing reforms through inclusive governance.
“The President has laid the foundation for economic recovery. What is needed now is accountability and continuity in public service,” he remarked.
Also speaking, Princess Yetunde Akinlabi, a youth development advocate, called on young Nigerians to take ownership of the Renewed Hope Agenda by engaging actively in nation-building.
“This government has created opportunities in technology, agriculture, and education. The question is — are we ready to take advantage of them?” she asked.
Traditional leaders from the South West, including Oba Abdulraheem Adetunji, lauded the League for promoting peace and national unity. He encouraged young Nigerians to uphold the Omoluabi Ethos — the Yoruba code of integrity, discipline, and respect.
“When our youths embrace good character and hard work, the future of Nigeria is secure,” the royal father stated.
