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. The Executive Director, Samson Itodo in a press statement issued in Abuja on Youth Political participation and leadership in Nigeria said the Movement will not transition into a political party, neither will it endorse candidates during an election.
According to him, 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.
He said 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. He said the Not Too Young To Run law is critical to achieving more inclusion for youth; young women, young men and young People Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) who make up 52% of registered voters, yet constitute only 5% in elective offices across Nigeria.
The Not Too Young To Run Movement believes 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.He said 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.
