Oyo State · Youth Democracy · 2027

From Spectators To Actors.

ACTIF OYO is a youth-led convergence platform uniting students, professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, and community actors into a single, coordinated democratic force in Oyo State. We don't just discuss politics — we shape it.

Programme Pillars

LGAs Targeted

2027

Electoral Target

Unified Voice

Movement Statement

"Young people represent a significant proportion of Nigeria's population and hold immense potential to influence governance outcomes — but only when they move beyond discussion into action."

ACTIF OYO — Concept Note, 2024

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PVC Registration Alert Register your Permanent Voters' Card now. Your vote in 2027 starts with this single step.

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Background & Rationale

Why ACTIF OYO Exists

Nigeria's democratic system has historically struggled with limited youth representation, weak civic engagement, and entrenched political structures that exclude younger generations. Oyo State's vibrant youth population — across education, technology, business, arts, and professional sectors — has operated in fragmented silos, limiting collective influence on political narratives.

ACTIF OYO is the unifying framework. It integrates diverse youth categories into a shared agenda: endorsing credible candidates with proven integrity and competence, while strengthening democratic culture across all 33 LGAs of Oyo State.

Non-Partisan Youth-Led Evidence-Based Oyo State Merit-Driven 2027 Focus

Vision

A politically conscious and unified youth population that actively shapes democratic outcomes in Oyo State.

Mission

Mobilize, educate, and coordinate diverse youth groups into a coherent democratic force.

Promoting inclusive participation, credible leadership endorsement, and accountability.

Legal Foundation

Not Too Young To Run Act

Lowered constitutional age thresholds for elective offices — creating legal pathways for youth participation in governance.

Programmatic Framework

Five Pillars of Action

ACTIF OYO is implemented through five interrelated programmatic pillars — each targeting a distinct dimension of democratic youth engagement in Oyo State.

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Civic Education & Political Literacy

Workshops, digital campaigns, town halls, and community dialogues explaining democratic processes, electoral systems, governance responsibilities, and the Not Too Young To Run Act — tailored to every youth category.

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Youth Network Integration

A coordinated network linking student groups, professional bodies, entrepreneurial hubs, creative communities, and technology clusters. A digital platform facilitates communication, collaboration, and collective decision-making across sectors.

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Leadership Identification & Endorsement

Transparent, evidence-based criteria for assessing political candidates — evaluating integrity, competence, track record, policy vision, inclusivity, and responsiveness to youth priorities. Endorsements by collective consensus, never partisan loyalty.

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Mobilization & Electoral Engagement

Voter registration drives, peer-to-peer mobilization, issue-based campaigns, and coordinated electoral participation. Youth civic ambassadors deployed across communities, campuses, workplaces, and digital spaces.

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Accountability & Policy Advocacy

Monitoring performance of endorsed candidates and elected officials, promoting citizen feedback, and facilitating policy dialogues on youth employment, education, digital economy, creative industries, and governance reforms.

Organisational Leadership

Central Working Committee

The Central Working Committee (CWC) provides strategic direction for the ACTIF OYO movement. Composed of committed youth leaders, the CWC is responsible for governance, programme coordination, and accountability to the wider convergence.

Convener

Gboyega Michael Tokunbo

Convener, ACTIF OYO

Civic leader, researcher, and community organizer with over a decade in elections management, governance advocacy, and youth development. Executive Director of YoungCare Initiative for Development.

Funmi Adams

CWC Member

Dynamic Agribusiness Entrepreneur with over 13 years of experience spanning farming, food processing, and export. International Women in Agro Award Nominee. Founder of MHH for CEOs.

Akintayo Segun. E

CWC Member

Visionary community builder, entrepreneur, and social impact advocate. Founder of Explorers Intercontinental Community (EIC) and its humanitarian foundation arm.

Segun Bolaji

CWC Member

Managing Director of S. ADISS Agricultural Engineering Ltd (est. 1979). UN Award recipient, UNIDO delegate, and National Officer of NACCIMA. BSc & MEM from University of Ibadan.

Electoral Participation

Get Your PVC. Now.

The Permanent Voters' Card is the foundation of democratic participation. ACTIF OYO calls on every eligible young person across Oyo State to register immediately. Your voice in 2027 depends on this single, non-negotiable step.

Steps to Register with INEC:

Visit the INEC Portal

Go to voter.inecnigeria.org — pre-register online or locate your nearest INEC registration centre in Oyo State.

Present Valid ID & Biometrics

Bring a government-issued ID. Your fingerprints and photograph will be captured at the registration centre.

Collect Your PVC

Return to the same INEC office to collect your card. Confirm your registration status online at cvr.inecnigeria.org.

Mobilise Others

Register confirmed. Now register five others. ACTIF OYO runs peer-to-peer mobilisation — every member is a civic ambassador.

Why Your PVC Matters

2027 General Elections · Oyo State

Without a PVC, you cannot vote. Without your vote, your voice does not count. ACTIF OYO's entire mission — endorsing credible leaders, influencing governance outcomes, transforming political culture — depends on a large, registered, active youth electorate.

Young people represent a majority of eligible voters in Oyo State. If even 60% of unregistered youth register and vote as a unified bloc, the political mathematics of Oyo State change permanently.

INEC Helpline

0800 000 4632

Toll-free · Mon–Sat 8AM–5PM

Call to Action

Join the Convergence

ACTIF OYO is open to every category of young person in Oyo State. Students, professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, technologists, corporate leaders, community actors — this platform is yours. The success of this convergence depends on deliberate commitment from every youth constituency.

Who We Welcome:

University Students

Professionals

Entrepreneurs

Tech Specialists

Creatives

Corporate Leaders

Community Actors

Diaspora Oyo

ACTIF OYO · Membership Form

First Name *

Last Name *

Phone (WhatsApp) *

Email Address

Local Government Area *

Member Category *

How would you like to contribute?

I have a PVC or I commit to registering for one before 2027 as a condition of my membership.

I understand ACTIF OYO is a non-partisan movement — endorsements are based on merit, integrity, and competence, not party affiliation.

ACTIF OYO Urges Youths to Register for PVC Ahead of the 2027 General Elections

The ACTIF OYO movement calls on young people across Oyo State to take an active role in shaping the future of democracy by registering for their Permanent Voters' Cards (PVCs) and preparing to participate fully in the 2027 general elections. As Nigeria approaches another important democratic milestone, it is essential that the voices, aspirations, and concerns of young people are reflected in the electoral process.

Young people represent a significant proportion of Nigeria's population and hold immense potential to influence governance outcomes through responsible civic participation. However, this potential can only be realized when youths move beyond political discussions and take concrete steps to engage with the democratic process. Obtaining a PVC remains the first and most important step in exercising the constitutional right to vote and ensuring that the collective voice of the youth population is heard.

ACTIF OYO believes that the future of Oyo State and Nigeria depends on the willingness of its young citizens to participate actively in democratic decision making. The 2027 elections present an opportunity for youths not only to vote but also to contribute meaningfully to shaping political discourse, evaluating candidates, and supporting leaders who demonstrate competence, integrity, and commitment to public service.

We therefore encourage all eligible youths across the state — including students, professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, and young workers — to take advantage of voter registration opportunities provided by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Beyond registration, ACTIF OYO urges young voters to remain informed and engaged throughout the electoral cycle. Youths should assess the vision, character, competence, and track record of candidates seeking public office. Supporting credible leaders with integrity and capacity is essential to strengthening democratic governance and advancing sustainable development in Oyo State and Nigeria.

The movement also calls on youth organizations, student unions, professional associations, community groups, and civil society networks to intensify awareness campaigns promoting voter registration and civic education.

Gboyega Tokunbo
Convener, ACTIF OYO Movement

From Spectators To Actors.

Why ACTIF OYO Exists

Five Pillars of Action

Central Working Committee

Get Your PVC. Now.

Join the Convergence

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