2027: Plateau Ruling Party Group Boosts Grassroots Registration

A pro–President Bola Tinubu group, Tinubu or Nothing 2027, has unveiled 40 National Identification Number (NIN) registration devices in Plateau State as part of efforts to promote civic inclusion, grassroots participation and access to national documentation.

LEADERSHIP reports that the unveiling took place at a well-attended event in Jos, which also marked the presentation of 120 trained enumerators who will be deployed across the state’s three senatorial zones to commence NIN enrolment at the grassroots.

The global convenor of Tinubu or Nothing 2027, Lapshak Yilwatda Goshwe, described the initiative as a step toward inclusion and democratic participation.

“Today’s event is more than the unveiling of devices; it is the unveiling of hope, inclusion and democratic participation. These NIN registration devices represent access—access for our people to be counted, recognized and to actively participate in shaping the future of Nigeria,” he said.

Goshwe explained that bringing NIN registration closer to the communities, particularly youths and underserved populations, would strengthen credible civic engagement and responsible participation in national development.

He added that the initiative aligned with the reform agenda and inclusive vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emphasising continuity, experience and progressive leadership beyond 2027.

The convener outlined the objectives of Tinubu or Nothing 2027 to include promoting inclusive civic participation, mobilising grassroots awareness on lawful democratic engagement, fostering intergenerational dialogue, supporting continuity in governance, encouraging unity beyond ethnic or religious lines and strengthening democratic institutions through documentation and voter education.

The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, who Hon. Jibril Banchir represented, said the initiative would help the party build a credible national database of members.

“This e-registration ensures that every APC member is properly linked to a national database. NIN registration is free in Nigeria, and it is our responsibility to ensure that no one is exploited in the process,” he said.

Banchir urged the  party members in the state to return to their communities and encourage widespread registration, adding that the APC national leadership would continue to support the Tinubu or Nothing group with additional resources.

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, represented by the commissioner for Youths and Sports, Hon. Musa Ashoms, commended the convener for the initiative, stressing that civic responsibility should not be left solely to government.

“This is a noble idea that will require cooperation at the community level. As Plateau youths, we are one family, and there is no need for animosity,” Ashoms said.

He announced a personal donation of ₦1 million in support of the programme and pledged to convey the initiative to the governor.

Unveiling the NIN registration machines, the Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Daniel Nanlong Gapyil, described the project as impactful and unprecedented in the state.

“You cannot open a bank account, register a SIM card, apply for a passport, or access many government opportunities without NIN. This initiative will positively affect the lives of our people,” he noted.

Similarly, the minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro, also praised the initiative, describing it as innovative and empowering.

“NIN is critical not only for party registration but for accessing national social registers, student loans and other federal government interventions. This effort empowers people to access opportunities,” he said.

Doro donated ₦1 million, matching the contribution earlier made at the event.