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Olatunde Igbasan, the City Boy Movement West Africa Director and also the APC Youth Network West Africa Director General, has encouraged Nigerian youths to utilize their platforms to promote their country and refrain from electoral violence. He made this call during an Independence Day walk, which was organized to commemorate Nigeria’s 66th Independence anniversary and the APC Youth Week in West Africa.

Igbasan urged young Nigerians to make positive use of their influence rather than engaging in actions that could harm the country's reputation. He expressed his support for President Bola Tinubu's administration, stating that the government has brought changes that Nigerians in the diaspora can observe. Igbasan argued that continuity under Tinubu would allow ongoing projects and programs to be implemented.

Infrastructure development was highlighted by Igbasan as a crucial factor in national growth. He emphasized that without infrastructure, a nation cannot progress. Citing South Africa and China as examples, he stated that infrastructure had contributed to development in those countries. Igbasan also urged eligible young Nigerians to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards and participate peacefully in elections. He advised them to leave polling areas immediately after casting their votes to avoid potential violence.

Igbasan cautioned young Nigerians against being manipulated by politicians or activists to participate in violent protests. He encouraged dissatisfied youths to get involved in politics and contribute their skills to national development, particularly in sectors like transportation and mining. Igbasan emphasized the importance of applying their education and expertise to address the country's challenges instead of simply criticizing those in power.

He concluded by calling on supporters to continue backing the Tinubu administration and urging it to finish what it has started.