2027: NYA Unites Nigerian Youth, Vows To Determine Winners Of Polls



Ahead of the 2027 general elections, he National Youths Alliance (NYA) has united youth from North and South at a  historic signing of the North–South Youth Alliance Accord (NSYAA) which  took  place on Saturday, December 13,  2025, at the prestigious Arewa House, Kaduna.

The Accord marks a groundbreaking youth-led initiative designed to strengthen national unity, promote interfaith harmony, build inter-regional trust, and counter long-standing stereotypes and divisions between Northern and Southern Nigeria, with a resolve to be the determining factor of who wins at the 2027 general elections.

Jointly championed by the Vice President (North) and Vice President (South) of the NYA, the NSYAA seeks to create a structured framework for collaboration through: A Joint Declaration committing to peace, unity, and mutual respect; A 12-member Coordinating Committee with equal North–South representation; An Annual North–South Youth Unity Conference; Interfaith and Intercultural Exchange Programs to deepen understanding among Nigerian youths; Coordinated advocacy against hate speech, extremism, misinformation, and regional prejudice.

Speaking at the event,   the Vice President (North), NYA – Abubakar Muhammad General said that, 
“Nigeria’s unity is not an abstract ideal—it is a responsibility that rests heavily on the shoulders of our generation. 

"The North–South Youth Alliance Accord sends a clear message that Nigerian youths reject division and choose dialogue, cooperation, and shared national destiny. Arewa House is symbolic: it represents history, leadership, and the courage to build a united future. 

"This Accord is our commitment to rewriting the narrative of Nigeria together.”

In his remarks,   the Vice President (South), NYA – Hon. Meshack Onyeche said that the Accord is a document of covenant.

“This Accord is more than a document; it is a covenant of peace, trust, and partnership between Northern and Southern youths. For too long, our nation has been shaped by misconceptions and avoidable regional tensions. Today, we stand together to demonstrate that the youth of this country are ready to lead with maturity, fairness, and unity. The NSYAA sets the foundation for interfaith harmony, economic collaboration, and national cohesion. Together, we will build a Nigeria where every young person feels included, respected, and empowered.”


Two prominent religious leaders, Reverend Dr. Ishaya Turaki (Christian) and  Imam Abubakar Auwal (Muslim) were on ground to give moral support to the signing of the accord.


Speaking to newsmen after the signing, National President of NYA, Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas said with the accord, Nigerian youth will remain united and no one will use religion, region or ethnicity in dividing them.

He explained that greedy politicians exploit those fault lines and manipulate the outcome of elections in their favour.

Ambassador Abbas was optimistic that with the renewed passion, youth in the country will  be ready to propel their motherland into prosperity.


A young gubernatorial  aspirant in  Kaduna State, Honourable Ibrahim Yusuf Joda  who attended the event, said that he is vying for the position  because they want to bring progress to Kaduna State, under a  five-point  agenda. 

He said it is time for youth in the country to be in charge and through the ballots, they will be united to achieve it

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