N-Power beneficiaries across the country withdraw their support for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), rallying behind the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and other opposition platforms that prioritize youth welfare.
Frustrated by months of unpaid stipends, the beneficiaries have openly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration for neglecting their plight. Many claim they have been left without financial support for eight to nine months, despite repeated appeals to the APC-led government for intervention.
Their dissatisfaction has now turned into political action, with many applauding the defection of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai to the SDP. In what appears to be a growing movement, beneficiaries have taken to social media to express their willingness to shift political allegiance. A Facebook user, Jami’o’i Rabiu, declared, “Yes, we are ready to decamp,” while another, Haruna Surajo, stated, “We are prepared to align ourselves with the Social Democratic Party (SDP).” Images of El-Rufai alongside the SDP logo have been widely circulated in N-Power beneficiary groups, signaling a growing wave of discontent against the APC.
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The N-Power program, introduced during former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, was designed to equip Nigerian youth aged 18 to 35 with essential skills to enhance their employability and economic participation. However, under the current administration, the program has been marred by financial irregularities and administrative setbacks, leaving thousands of beneficiaries stranded.
As the 2027 general elections approach, this mass defection could pose a significant challenge for the APC, especially among Nigeria’s youth—a critical voting demographic. With growing frustration over unfulfilled promises, the shift in political allegiance may serve as a warning sign for the ruling party’s electoral fortunes.
