In a bold political move aimed at deepening support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and laying the groundwork for his 2027 re-election bid, a powerful grassroots movement known as The NEW Associates, spearheaded by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, is set to stage a mega rally in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State.
The rally, which is expected to attract a massive turnout, will also serve as the official inauguration of The NEW Associates in Bayelsa State, as well as the unveiling of its local leadership structure. The group’s acronym, “NEW,” is derived from the initials of Wike’s full name, reflecting his influence and leadership at the heart of the movement.
According to one of the rally organisers and a former Spokesperson of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, Ebilade Ekerefe, the event aims not only to mobilise support for President Tinubu, but also to show unwavering solidarity with Wike — a political figure widely admired for his courage, transparency, and commitment to service.
Ekerefe noted that the group is already gaining traction in Bayelsa and other parts of the South-South, especially in rural communities where it is engaging youths and political stakeholders at the grassroots level. He described Wike as a visionary leader who remains instrumental in uniting the region in support of the President’s agenda.
“As the nation gradually approaches the 2027 general elections, there’s a strategic need to galvanise the energy and potential of the South-South youth to rally behind President Tinubu,” Ekerefe stated. “This movement, birthed by Wike, is designed as a political engine room to enlighten the masses about the developmental strides of this administration and consolidate grassroots support across the Niger Delta.”
He added that part of the campaign strategy includes spotlighting key projects initiated by the Tinubu administration within the South-South geo-political zone — a region critical to national development and political balance.
Describing The NEW Associates as more than just a political group, Ekerefe called it a dynamic, people-driven platform with a mission to ensure that the South-South does not only benefit from the current administration but also plays a central role in shaping its future.
“The NEW Associates is a grassroots-based political movement set in motion by the Honourable Minister, Nyesom Wike, to rally unwavering support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027. Our aim is to educate, engage, and energise the people of the South-South with facts, projects, and progress,” he declared.
With the stage set for a grand display of political unity and purpose, all eyes are now on Bayelsa as The NEW Associates prepare to storm Yenagoa — amplifying the voice of the South-South and reinforcing their commitment to a second term for President Tinubu.
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