Eregoba Urges Youths to Reject Electoral Violence in 2027

Bitebo Eregoba, the Marshal of the Royal Ambassadors of the Nigeria Baptist Convention, warned Nigerian youths on October 15 against being recruited by politicians for electoral violence, including ballot-box snatching and voter intimidation, ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking at a briefing at the Baptist Church in Ibara, Abeokuta, Ogun State, he announced plans to train over 2,000 youths in leadership and responsible citizenship at the upcoming National Leadership Training Conference.

Eregoba urged young people to refuse financial inducements that could jeopardize their futures and warned that politicians often evade consequences for electoral violence, leaving youths to face legal repercussions. He called on churches, pastors, and parents to monitor young people's activities closely as elections approach.

The conference, themed “Divine Companionship,” aims to equip young men with values and leadership skills to contribute positively to national development. Special guests at the event will include former President Olusegun Obasanjo and Oba Oluseyi Adediran.