The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC‑PCC) has called on Nigeria’s youth to turn away from President Bola Tinubu’s second‑term ambition, arguing that his government has failed to curb joblessness and that the promised fuel‑price relief is deceptive. In a gathering with ADC youth leaders in Kabba/Bunu, Kogi State, the council’s media director, Kola Ologbondiyan, outlined the party’s alternative vision ahead of the upcoming presidential poll.
**What are the main grievances cited by the ADC?**
- Unemployment remains high, with many graduates forced into petty trading or small‑scale point‑of‑sale ventures.
- Living costs continue to rise, eroding purchasing power for ordinary Nigerians.
- The announced petrol discount to ₦1,350 per litre has not materialised at the pump, where prices still exceed ₦1,400 per litre.
**Key figures and statements**
- The council highlighted that “young Nigerians have endured almost 12 years under the APC government facing harsh economic realities, with countless graduates unable to secure decent jobs.”
- Ologbondiyan questioned the reality of the fuel cut, urging citizens to “check the filling stations in your neighbourhood and you will discover that Nigerians are still paying above ₦1,400 per litre.”
- He urged youths to rally behind the ADC’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and his running mate, Rotimi Amaechi, asserting that their ticket promises a transparent approach to the petroleum sector and a genuine plan to alleviate economic hardship.
**Why is the ADC urging mobilisation now?**
The council warned that another term for the APC could leave youth concerns unaddressed, stressing that “your future is too important to be sacrificed on the altar of political propaganda.” It called on young voters to organise within their wards, emphasizing the need for policies that deliver tangible jobs and affordable living standards.
**Background context**
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has faced criticism over rising inflation, persistent power shortages, and a perceived lack of substantive job‑creation programmes. The ADC, a smaller opposition party, positions itself as a credible alternative, banking on the popularity of former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar and former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi to attract disillusioned voters, especially the youth demographic that constitutes a large share of the electorate.
**What should young Nigerians do?**
The ADC‑PCC advises youths to actively campaign for the Atiku‑Amaechi ticket, attend local political meetings, and monitor fuel prices to hold the incumbent government accountable. By consolidating their vote, the council believes the youth can influence the election outcome and steer Nigeria toward policies that address unemployment and cost‑of‑living pressures.
*For further details on the ADC’s platform, visit the party’s official site.*