The Northern Youth Frontiers has described the large turnout at President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign rally in Kaduna as a sign of the North’s confidence in his leadership, reaffirming its support for his second-term bid.
The coalition, which comprises youth organisations across the 19 northern states, also commended the Director-General of the Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, for his grassroots mobilisation efforts ahead of the rally.
The group’s North-West coordinator, Saminu Turaki, stated this in a congratulatory statement on Sunday, describing the rally as evidence of the President’s support base in the region.
“The spectacular outing in Kaduna is a clear testament to the unalloyed love, confidence, and overwhelming support that the people of Northern Nigeria continue to repose in the leadership and vision of President Tinubu,” he said.
Turaki also praised traditional rulers, community leaders and residents for attending the rally, noting that their participation reflected solidarity with the President.
He further applauded Yari’s leadership and organisational abilities, saying his mobilisation efforts had strengthened youth participation across the North.
“Through his pragmatic leadership, strategic vision, and tireless grassroots mobilisation, Senator Yari has once again proven to be a master strategist and a true champion of political unity and organisation,” Turaki said.
He added that Yari’s leadership had “set a high benchmark for campaign excellence”.
However, the coalition called on political parties and other stakeholders to ensure peaceful campaigns as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum.
Turaki cautioned against political statements and campaign activities that could fuel tension, ethnic divisions or religious intolerance.
“Elections should be a contest of ideas, developmental plans, and track records, not an avenue to sow seeds of discord, ethnicity, or religious division. We urge all stakeholders to embrace peace and decorum throughout this campaign season,” he said.
Reaffirming the group’s endorsement of Tinubu for a second term, Turaki said its position was informed by what it described as the President’s performance, commitment to nation-building and economic reform agenda.
“President Tinubu has demonstrated courageous leadership in steering the nation toward sustainable growth, and the North stands ready to ensure the continuation of these transformational policies for another term,” he said.
The coalition also urged political actors to make national unity and stability priorities throughout the electioneering period.
The Punch reported that Tinubu officially launched his 2027 re-election campaign on October 24, 2026, at a mega rally held at the Kaduna Township Stadium in Kaduna State.
