The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) says, it would not support any presidential candidate who is above 60 years old in 2023 general election.
Ambassador Yerima Shettima at Kaduna, said in a press conference that the group would pitch its tent with a young candidate with impactful contributions in the country.
He noted that it was yet to decide on the particular candidate to support, but explained several factors which would be considered in the choice of who to back in 2023.
The group also stated that Nigeria will keep producing leaders who have nothing to offer unless the country is restructured.
“I am one of the voices in the North today that believe in restructuring. The more we continue to centralise power, the more we will keep having people not worthy in governance.
“We are of the view that a room for referendum should be created.
"Those agitating for secession should be allowed to have a referendum, let’s see how popular the agitations are.
"If any part of the country wants to go, organise referendum let’s see how popular they are, so that separation can take place without bloodshed,” Shettima stated.
