Youths raise N188m for ex-Senate president’s governorship bid

The Coalition of Yobe-East Progressive Youths has raised N188 million to support the 2027 governorship aspiration of a former President of the Senate, Senator Ahmad Lawan.

The leader of the coalition, Dr. Yerima Goni, made this known at the fundraising for the 2027 governorship bid of the senator.

Goni said the initiative aimed at encouraging civic engagement and inclusive participation among youths and other stakeholders.

The coalition’s leader said that the funds were realised through pledges, bank transfers, and cash donations.

He said that the group remained committed to promoting good governance and youth involvement in leadership processes.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event attracted participants, mostly youths, community leaders, supporters, and stakeholders across the state.

Lawan, while appreciating the initiative, also described the gesture as a demonstration of responsible citizenship.

The former Senate president further said the donations were a reflection of the grassroots’ passionate participation in political leadership.

Lawan, who hasn’t made a formal declaration to contest for the governorship race, however, expressed his willingness to respond to the call to serve the people of the state.