Introduction to NECABN’s Support for President Tinubu
The Network Capacity Building for Nigeria (NECABN) has announced its plan to mobilize grassroots support nationwide to strengthen President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 polls. The group said it would leverage its more than 72 million registered members across the country when the President formally declares.
NECABN’s Endorsement of President Tinubu
The President of NECABN, Dr. Hussena Otaru, disclosed this at a news conference on Monday in Abuja. Otaru described the endorsement as a vote of confidence in President Tinubu’s leadership style and ongoing economic and institutional reforms. She said the organisation was committed to rallying Nigerians at the community level in support of the President’s vision for national development.
NECABN’s Structure and Membership
According to her, NECABN’s nationwide structure and expansive membership base would be deployed to boost voter engagement and consolidate support ahead of 2027. “Our network cuts across the six geo-political zones, with over 72 million Nigerians under NECABN, alongside 419 registered NGOs directly impacting lives nationwide,” Otaru said.
Historical Support for Progressive Causes
Otaru said NECABN, formerly registered as Nigerian Women and Youth Empowerment, had historically mobilised support for progressive democratic causes. She claimed the group contributed significantly to votes garnered by past leaders, including the late Muhammadu Buhari. She recalled that the group supported Tinubu during the 2023 elections through the “Renewed Hope for Nigeria” platform.
President Tinubu’s Reforms
Otaru described President Tinubu as a reform-minded leader and defender of democracy, citing his long-standing pro-democracy credentials. She urged Nigerians to remain patient with the administration, noting that decades of structural challenges could not be resolved within four years. The NECABN president highlighted reforms in investment inflows, regulatory transparency, energy diversification and education financing.
Notable Achievements
She said the administration had invested over N150 billion through the Nigeria Education Loan Fund, benefiting about 788,000 students nationwide. Otaru also cited improvements in tax administration, fiscal discipline and local government financial autonomy as notable achievements. “So you see Nigerians must reflect on the advancement made so far and the prospective for even greater improvement. Steadiness under President Tinubu will ensure that ongoing reforms mature and bring their full impact,”
Call to Action
According to her, a second term for President Tinubu would represent continuity, stability and consolidation of ongoing reforms rather than partisan politics. She urged Nigerians to support the administration to allow reforms to fully mature and deliver sustained national growth.
Conclusion
In conclusion, NECABN’s endorsement of President Tinubu’s re-election bid is a significant development in the lead-up to the 2027 polls. With its vast membership base and nationwide structure, the group is well-positioned to mobilize grassroots support for the President’s vision for national development.
FAQs
- Q: What is NECABN’s plan for the 2027 polls?
A: NECABN plans to mobilize grassroots support nationwide to strengthen President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. - Q: How many registered members does NECABN have?
A: NECABN has over 72 million registered members across the country. - Q: What are some of the notable achievements of President Tinubu’s administration?
A: Some notable achievements include reforms in investment inflows, regulatory transparency, energy diversification, education financing, tax administration, fiscal discipline, and local government financial autonomy. - Q: Why is NECABN supporting President Tinubu’s re-election bid?
A: NECABN is supporting President Tinubu’s re-election bid because it believes in his leadership style and ongoing economic and institutional reforms.
