By Golok Nanmwa, Jos
The Riyom APC Youth Council has endorsed President Bola Tinubu, Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang and the member representing Barkin Ladi/Riyom Federal Constituency, Hon. Engr. Dalyop Fom Chollom, for second term in office ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The group also threw its weight behind Vice President Kashim Shettima and Deputy Governor Ngo Josephine Piyo, citing what it described as visible achievements, inclusive governance and commitment to development.
Addressing journalists in Jos on Tuesday, Chairman of the Riyom APC Youth Council, Comrade Pam Nuhu Daniel, alongside the Secretary, Comrade Patience Shishang Chaimang, said the endorsement followed extensive consultations with stakeholders, party elders, youths, women groups and community leaders across Riyom and Barkin Ladi Local Government Areas.
The youth council also condemned recent attacks in Rim, Jol, Bachit, Fan, Nding and parts of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, which claimed lives and led to destruction of property.
The group described the attacks as “barbaric, painful, inhuman and unacceptable,” warning that such incidents were capable of threatening peaceful coexistence in the affected communities.
They sympathised with families of victims and urged youths not to take the law into their hands or allow themselves to be used to foment violence.
Endorsing President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima for a second term, the youths said the administration’s economic reforms and policies under the Renewed Hope Agenda were necessary for long-term growth and national stability.
“We recognise the bold economic reforms and strategic efforts being undertaken by the administration to reposition Nigeria for long-term growth, economic recovery and national stability,” the group stated.
The council also called on security agencies to intensify efforts toward arresting perpetrators and ensuring justice for victims.
On governance, the youths commended efforts by the Plateau State Government and security agencies toward restoring peace and strengthening security across the state.
According to the group, despite prevailing security and economic challenges, the Mutfwang administration has demonstrated commitment toward rebuilding trust, restoring confidence and improving the welfare of citizens.
The council further congratulated Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda on his emergence as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, expressing confidence that his leadership would strengthen internal democracy and reposition the party for future electoral victories.
The group equally commended the Plateau State APC Chairman, Hon. Rufus Bature, and members of the state executive committee for sustaining stability within the party.
On Governor Mutfwang and Deputy Governor Piyo, the council cited achievements in infrastructure, workers’ welfare, healthcare delivery, education, peacebuilding and youth engagement as reasons for the endorsement.
The youth council also reaffirmed support for the continuation of Hon. Engr. Dalyop Fom Chollom as member representing Barkin Ladi/Riyom Federal Constituency.
The group referenced resolutions reached during a stakeholders’ meeting held on April 28, 2026, where elders and stakeholders from Riyom and Barkin Ladi reportedly agreed that Barkin Ladi should retain the House of Representatives seat in 2027, while Riyom would take its turn from 2031 to 2039.
According to the council, returning Chollom for a second term would strengthen representation, attract more federal projects and sustain ongoing constituency interventions.
The youths also commended the lawmaker for what they described as effective representation, youth empowerment, healthcare support and accessibility to constituents.
The council appealed to political stakeholders, aspirants and party members to avoid divisive politics and uphold the zoning arrangement agreed upon by elders in the interest of peace and political harmony in the constituency.
