Diaspora Boys Movement Mobilises Nigerians in 100 Countries for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election

Diaspora Boys Movement Mobilises Nigerians in 100 Countries for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election

…Says economic reforms, youth programmes laying foundation for sustainable development

The Diaspora Boys Movement has declared support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying it is mobilising Nigerians in more than 100 countries to back the President ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Director-General of the movement, Tunde Olofin, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja while speaking at the Association of Corporate Online Editors (ACOE) Roundtable Initiative.

Olofin said the movement had established structures and coordinators in several countries and across Nigeria as part of efforts to galvanise support for Tinubu’s re-election.

He said the group’s decision was based on what it described as reforms and initiatives undertaken by the administration since assuming office in 2023.

According to him, the movement believes that the administration’s economic, youth empowerment and infrastructure policies are laying the foundation for sustainable development and long-term prosperity.

Olofin particularly cited the removal of the petrol subsidy and the unification of the foreign exchange market as difficult but necessary measures which, in the movement’s view, were aimed at restoring fiscal stability and improving Nigeria’s investment environment.

He said the reforms had increased revenue available for distribution among the three tiers of government and contributed to renewed investor interest.

Recent data show that Nigeria’s external reserves reached $53.11 billion as of August 24, 2026, the highest level in more than 17 years.

Youth empowerment

Olofin also highlighted youth-focused programmes introduced by the Tinubu administration, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme.

He said the initiatives demonstrated what the movement described as the administration’s recognition of young Nigerians as important participants in national development.

Available figures from NELFUND indicate that more than 1.5 million students had benefited from the student loan scheme, with over ₦282 billion disbursed as of May 2026.

Olofin said such initiatives, if sustained, could expand access to education and technical skills while creating greater opportunities for young Nigerians.

Infrastructure investments

The Diaspora Boys Movement also commended the Federal Government’s infrastructure agenda, citing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Sokoto-Badagry Highway, railway development, power-sector reforms and investments in agriculture.

According to the group, the projects are expected to improve connectivity, stimulate economic activity and create opportunities for Nigerians.

The movement also praised what it described as the administration’s commitment to democratic values, including the rule of law, press freedom and engagement with civil society, student organisations and grassroots groups.

It maintained that the reforms were beginning to produce measurable economic outcomes, citing improved macroeconomic indicators, rising foreign reserves and renewed investor interest.

Diaspora voting

Beyond supporting Tinubu’s re-election, Olofin said the movement would advocate greater participation of Nigerians in the diaspora in the country’s electoral process.

He said the group would engage the National Assembly and other stakeholders on the possibility of introducing diaspora voting, which would allow eligible Nigerians living abroad to participate in elections without travelling to Nigeria.

“We are going to challenge, push and champion the National Assembly. We are going to push for collaboration and attract more people,” he said.

Olofin said Nigerians in the diaspora had continued to contribute to the Nigerian economy through remittances, investments and support for families and communities at home.

He argued that such contributions should be complemented by greater opportunities for Nigerians abroad to participate in the country’s democratic process.

Global mobilisation

The Director-General said the Diaspora Boys Movement currently had groups and members in several countries, including France, Malaysia, the United States, The Gambia, Sudan and Turkey, as well as structures across Nigeria.

He said the organisation was still compiling its membership figures across its various chapters but maintained that its international reach provided a platform for sustained engagement with Nigerians abroad.

According to him, the movement’s mobilisation efforts would not be restricted to the 2027 elections, as it intends to remain involved in civic and electoral matters beyond the current election cycle.

He said the group would continue to engage communities, young people and Nigerians in the diaspora on issues concerning governance, development and national unity.

The movement, however, acknowledged that some of the economic reforms had created difficulties for Nigerians, particularly during their initial implementation.

It nevertheless urged citizens to remain patient as the government consolidates what it described as emerging gains from the reforms.

The Diaspora Boys Movement said it would continue to support initiatives it believes promote good governance, youth inclusion, economic development and national unity, while mobilising its structures in Nigeria and abroad ahead of the 2027 elections.