City Boy Movement Reaffirms Tinubu as Sole 2027 Candidate, Unveils Bold Youth Empowerment Blueprint in Abia

The Abia State Chapter of the City Boy Movement has reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as its sole presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.

The decision was announced during the Movement’s inaugural Town Hall meeting held in Umuahia, with participants drawn from all 17 local government areas of the state. Attendees included leaders, grassroots coordinators, youth representatives, women leaders, and other stakeholders.

The event was led by the Movement’s Patron, Chinedum Orji, and the State Director, Lucky Igbokwe.

In his keynote address, Igbokwe described the reaffirmation as a strategic decision based on continuity and inclusion. He said the endorsement was aimed at strengthening Abia’s position within federal decision-making structures.

“Development does not come from noise; it comes from participation. If we desire federal inclusion, infrastructure, and youth empowerment, we must organize from the grassroots and speak with one voice,” he said.

He urged members to coordinate their support and strengthen grassroots structures ahead of the 2027 elections.

Also speaking, Rt. Hon. Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji emphasized the need for unity and peaceful engagement, stating that infrastructure and job creation require strategic political alignment.

A major highlight of the meeting was the unveiling of a Youth Mobilization and Federal Access Framework designed to create opportunities for young people in Abia State.

According to the Movement, the framework includes the compilation of qualified youth nominees across wards and local government areas for federal agency consideration, expansion of scholarship access, structured skills acquisition programs, and a coordinated ward-to-state engagement structure.

The Movement adopted a grassroots-first strategy, directing coordinators to strengthen ward and LGA structures in preparation for the 2027 elections.

Plans were also announced for participation in the National Convention scheduled for May 13, 2026, in Owerri.

In his vote of thanks, Hon. Ogbonna Ukuku, speaking on behalf of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, reiterated support for the President.

The Town Hall ended with a call for unity, structured mobilization, and continued grassroots engagement across Abia State.