By Our Correspondent
Jos, Plateau State
Barr. Seyi Tinubu on Friday stormed Jos, the Plateau state capital, in company of the national leadership of RHYE, the City Boy movement and that of the Relax Tinubu is fixing Nigeria, as part of his nation wide youths engagement, where 500 brilliant students selected on merit across different higher institutions received brand-new laptops under the Renewed Hope Youth Engagement (RHYE).
The Visit, followed several high-level meetings and engagements between him and Ambassador Nehemiah Mutfwang, who facilitated the laptops on behalf of the Plateau State chapter of the Renewed Hope Youth Engagement.
The colourful ceremony, which drew youths, stakeholders, community leaders, and government officials from across the state and held at the Tamaral event centre in Jos was described as a major boost to youth development and digital inclusion in Plateau State.
The 500 beneficiaries were selected strictly on merit, based on academic excellence, innovation, and proven commitment to learning.
The programme is targeted at education financing, innovation, creative enterprise, and youth entrepreneurship, with a focus on equipping young people with the tools needed to compete in a fast-changing digital economy.
Speaking at the event, Plateau state Coordinator of the Renew Hope Youth Engagement Hon. Manji Wilson and other stakeholders said the initiative goes beyond the distribution of laptops. According to them, it represents a deliberate investment in the future of Plateau youths and a practical demonstration of the Renewed Hope agenda at the grassroots.
They added, that the programme aligns with the Time Is Now administration of Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, particularly its push for education, skills development, innovation, and economic participation for Plateau youths.
Officials noted that the synergy between the national leadership of RHYE and the Plateau State chapter reflects a shared vision to reposition young people as drivers of development, rather than mere beneficiaries of government programmes.
“It was about a new model of youth mobilisation, one that connects national development priorities with grassroots participation, and gives young people a platform to access opportunities, share ideas and take responsibility for the future of their communities,” one of the organisers said.
Stakeholders believe, that the presence of Barr. Seyi Tinubu, in company of the national leadership of RHYE, the City Boy movement and that of the Relax Tinubu is fixing Nigeria alongside Co-Patron of the RHYE Hon. Ambassador Nehemiah Mutfwang, further underscores the growing importance of a coordinated national youth movement.
They added that the RHYE platform continues to expand as a rallying point for young Nigerians committed to national unity, innovation, enterprise, and responsible leadership.
For Plateau State, the event marked a significant milestone in the ongoing effort to connect youths to national opportunities while strengthening local participation and ownership.
Excitement filled the venue as the 500 beneficiaries held their laptops high, smiling with joy and gratitude.
Many of them described the gesture as life-changing, saying the laptops would enhance their studies, support their creative and entrepreneurial pursuits, and open new doors for learning and innovation while also appreciating Barr. Sheyi Tinubu and Ambassador Mutfwang for his Patios
As the event came to a close, one thing was clear: Plateau youths are no longer waiting for the future. They are building it.