I am authentic Rivers chair of NYCN, says Jumbo
From Mike Odiegwu, Port Harcourt Gift Jumbo has declared that he remains the authentic Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Rivers State chapter. Jumbo, in a statement
From Mike Odiegwu, Port Harcourt
Gift Jumbo has declared that he remains the authentic Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Rivers State chapter.
Jumbo, in a statement in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, dismissed the other faction of NYCN, insisting that his leadership is valid, legitimate, and would remain in effect till 2027.
He said, "I, Gift Jumbo, remain the duly recognized and authentic Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN). My leadership remains valid, legitimate, and in full effect until the expiration of my tenure in 2027.
"The so-called faction and its activities are unauthorized, unrecognized, and do not represent the voice, position, or structure of the NYCN at any level".
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Jumbo said the NYCN under his leadership was committed to promoting unity among Nigerian youths; supporting progressive government policies that benefit young people and engaging constructively on national issues, including security and surveillance reforms.
But he said, "Regrettably, the youth council has been hijacked and politicised by politicians, who are responsible for the factionalization we face today as youths."
"I urge the general public, stakeholders, government agencies, and the media to disregard any statements not emanating from my office or the officially recognized channels of the NYCN.
"We will not allow illegitimate groups to create confusion or derail the collective progress of Nigerian youths".
