Borno Youths Raise N38.5 Million to Fund Senator Ndume's Senate Nomination Forms

In a remarkable display of solidarity and support, youths from all nine local government areas within the Borno South senatorial district have mobilized to raise N38.5 million. This substantial sum is earmarked for the purchase of Senate nomination forms for their esteemed representative, Senator Ali Ndume, paving the way for his potential return to the Red Chambers for a fifth term in the 2027 general elections.

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Ndume is not just a senator; he is a nationalist. At this stage of its political history, Nigeria needs senators like Ndume who fearlessly check the excesses of the executive and tells the truth to power, not minding whose ox is gored.

The fundraising initiative, organized by the Borno South Youths under the leadership of their coordinator, Alhaji Babandi Shehu, took place in Maiduguri. Shehu articulated the youths' motivation, emphasizing not only Ndume's significant contributions to the senatorial district but also his unwavering commitment to truth and the robust defense of democracy. They view him as a nationalist who fearlessly holds the executive branch accountable, a quality they deem essential for Nigeria's political landscape at this juncture.

Senator Ndume's legislative aide, Junaid Maiva, expressed gratitude for the youths' selfless gesture, highlighting Ndume's extensive accomplishments. These include sponsoring 76 people-oriented bills, spearheading the establishment of key educational and medical institutions like the Federal College of Education in Gwoza and a proposed Federal Medical Center in Kwaya-Kusar, as well as the Federal College of Agriculture in Shani. His role in founding the Nigerian Army University in Biu and the North East Development Commission was also noted, alongside efforts to provide housing for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Gwoza and Damboa.

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He has 76 people-oriented bills to his credit, he is also the main force behind the establishment of the Federal College of Education, Gwoza, and the proposed Federal Medical Center, Kwaya-Kusar; and the Federal College of Agriculture, Shani; he also masterminded the establishment of Nigerian Army University, Biu; and the North East Development Commission, among numerous others.

This collective effort by the Borno South youths underscores a deep-seated belief in Senator Ndume's representation and his continued relevance in the Nigerian Senate. The mobilization of resources for his nomination forms signifies their commitment to ensuring continuity and maintaining a strong voice for their district, recognizing his past achievements and his perceived importance for the nation's democratic progress.

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So, to ensure continuity, these youths found it worthy to mobilize resources for the continuity of Ndume as a senator in the 2027 election, which will be his fifth term in the Red Chamber.