INEC’s timetable shift: Northern youths hail move, urge national unity

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A coalition of 21 youth organisations from northern Nigeria, operating under the Arewa Youth Assembly for Good Leadership (AYAGL), praised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for moving the 2027 general election timetable from February to January. In a press statement signed by its president, Amb. Abdul Danbature, the group said the change reflects sensitivity to the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan and promotes inclusive participation. The statement noted that the adjustment responded to appeals from stakeholders including the Sultan of Sokoto and the Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria. AYAGL urged that the decision foster national cohesion and highlighted the importance of public engagement in the democratic process. No further actions were announced beyond the timetable revision.

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Reported by 4 sources: nan, The Cable, The Guardian Nigeria, Punch Nigeria.