A former Presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has welcomed his recent endorsement by youths from the North Central zone, describing it as a timely call to national duty, while hinting at a potential formal declaration for the 2027 presidential election before the end of the year.

In a statement on his social media page, Olawepo-Hashim expressed gratitude to the youth coalition, stating that their endorsement reflects a growing national yearning for leadership that transcends regional politics and prioritizes security, economic revitalization, and inclusive governance.

He said: “I am grateful to the young people of the North Central zone who have endorsed me to contest for the presidency in 2027 by the grace of God.

“I am delighted that they recognize the urgent need for a president who would not simply be filling a regional quota,but someone who will secure all Nigerians, grow our economy, and make Nigeria livable for all who call it home.”

Dr. Hashim, a former student leader noted that the economic and security challenges currently facing the nation require bold, principled, and competent leadership.

According to him, Nigeria’s current situation calls for “a strategic thinker with the resolve to unite the country and restore its lost glory.

“By God’s grace, we shall be categorical on this request amongst many others for me to step forward and take up this assignment before the end of this year,” he added.