By Dapo Akinrefon
The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has rejected former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufai’s call for a political alliance between the North and the South-South ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a statement on Wednesday, NDYC President, Mr. Israel Uwejeyan, dismissed El-Rufai’s proposal as a self-serving maneuver driven by personal ambition, rather than a genuine effort for national unity.
The NDYC criticized El-Rufai’s political track record, accusing him of deception, betrayal, and a lack of accountability.
The group particularly pointed to El-Rufai’s role in undermining former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration, which it said had made strides in economic transformation, infrastructural development, and democratic consolidation.
“Clear Your Name First,” NDYC Tells El-Rufai
Rejecting El-Rufai’s political overtures, the NDYC argued that his push for realignment was a desperate attempt to evade accountability.
“We, the Niger Delta Youth Congress, advise Nasir El-Rufai to abandon his desperate search for political cover and instead prepare to answer for his stewardship in Kaduna State. Let him clear his name before seeking to lecture Nigerians on governance and national rescue.”
The group further urged the South-South and all well-meaning Nigerians to remain vigilant against politicians attempting to manipulate their way back into power under the guise of national interest.
“Our region will not be used as a pawn in the selfish games of men who have contributed to the destruction of the very nation they now claim to want to save.”
The NDYC’s strong stance signals growing political resistance to El-Rufai’s proposed coalition and raises questions about his political future ahead of the 2027 elections. (Vanguard)