President Bola Tinubu has called on the youth of Nigeria to actively secure their Permanent Voter Cards and participate in the upcoming 2027 general elections, emphasizing that the future of the nation rests on their involvement. 

Speaking during the Rainbow Coalition presidential campaign rally held at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the President stressed that his re-election bid transcends personal ambition and is fundamentally focused on shaping a better future for young Nigerians. He described the voter card as an essential tool for determining national leadership and urged anyone who has not yet obtained theirs to complete the collection process promptly.

Addressing the broader economic landscape, the President highlighted his administration's ongoing efforts to foster economic growth and spread prosperity as a countermeasure against poverty. He noted that his government has actively worked to clear massive backlogs of unpaid pensions and gratuities left by previous administrations, ensuring that retired workers across various professions including engineers, welders, and teachers receive their rightful financial benefits.

The high-profile rally was organized by the Rainbow Coalition a cross-party political alliance spearheaded by Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike to rally regional support for the administration's second term agenda. Bringing together stakeholders and supporters from diverse political affiliations, including the All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party, the event served as a major platform to consolidate political unity and unveil endorsed candidates for upcoming elective positions in Rivers State.