Ambassador Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo has secured a decisive re-election victory as President of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) for a second four-year term. The NYCN 2026 National Elective Congress, held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, saw Sukubo garner an impressive 756 votes, dwarfing his closest rivals – Elizabeth Olawande from the South-West who secured 32 votes and Husseini Mohammed from the North with 11 votes. Three other presidential aspirants notably stepped down in support of Sukubo, underscoring his strong appeal among youth leaders.
In his acceptance speech, Sukubo expressed profound gratitude to key Nigerian leaders for their backing, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State, and Engineer Tein Jack-Rich. Sukubo, President Belema Group pledged to intensify efforts on youth development and empowerment initiatives, urging the National Assembly to expedite action on the National Youth Council Bill to provide a robust legislative framework for NYCN’s impactful projects.
Governor Douye Diri, who hosted the congress, called on governments at all levels to support the new NYCN leadership to succeed in their mandate, emphasizing the importance of youth empowerment and focused education to address unemployment and social challenges. The elective congress elected 42 members to the national executive committee, signaling a broad-based leadership structure
Sukubo’s re-election underscores his profound connection with Nigeria’s youthful demographic, reflecting an enduring resonance that has cemented his position as a prominent youth leader. His landslide victory – securing 756 votes against fragmented opposition – speaks to a broad-based support cultivated through his engagement and advocacy for youth empowerment.
This mandate positions Sukubo to drive critical initiatives addressing pressing issues like unemployment, educational access, and digital inclusion, aligning with priorities echoed by stakeholders including Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri. With a new four-year term, Sukubo’s focus on impactful projects and legislative advancements like the National Youth Council Bill could shape Nigeria’s youth narrative, spotlighting his leadership in catalyzing change.
