Ahead of the 2023 general elections, the Not Too Young To Run movement has reaffirmed that it will retain its identity as a non-partisan citizen-led movement dedicated to the growth of democracy, political inclusion, and transformative leadership.
In a statement on Wednesday, The Movement says it will not transition into a political party, neither will it endorse candidates during an election.
It reiterates that young Nigerians can transform governance in Nigeria in the same way as they have transformed sectors such as technology, arts and entertainment, and sports.
The statement reads further: “The Movement further reaffirms its commitment to the campaign for political inclusion of youth, women, and People Living with Disabilities ahead of the 2023 general elections.
“The Movement will continue to advocate for further reduction in the age of eligibility and the cost of contesting for elective offices.
“We will also recruit, inspire, and support young women and men – across all ethnicities, creed and political parties – seeking public office through our Ready To Run platform.
In the months ahead, the Movement will be host The Convergence 3.0, Nigeria’s largest gathering of young women and men aspiring for public office in upcoming off-cycle elections and the 2023 general elections.
For more information, contact: nottooyoungtorun@yiaga.org
Prompt News recalls that President Muhammad Buhari, on May 31, 2018, signed the Not Too Young To Run (Age Reduction) Bill into law.
The law reduced the age requirement for contesting for the Office of the President, House of Representatives, and the State Houses of Assembly, thus, expanding the space for Nigerian youths to participate in the democratic process by contesting elective offices.
