Update: #EndSARS Protesters to form new Youth party

The protest has assumed a new twist as some Nigerian Youths have unveiled plans to form the ‘Youths Democratic Party.’

Though names of the masterminds were still unclear, the proposed party is said to comprise of only youths. The launch of the new political party has sparked reactions from several angles with some calling for fundraising to raise money for the registration and running of the political party, ahead of the 2023 general elections.

The YDP twitted to its followers saying that the party is made up of youths who are tired of bad governance and the government’s policies. It said: “The Youth Democratic Party is a collective movement of each and every Nigerian youth who is tired of bad governance and anti- people policies. We have one voice. Enough is Enough. End bad governance in Nigeria. One for all, all for one. No APC, no PDP. No tribalism, no religion. Just youths who want a better country to call their own.”

Nigerian professional wrestler, Kamaru Usman said: “If Nigerians can donate this much for a protest, I am sure we can fund a better party (Youth Democratic Party) here we go,” while activist, Aisha Yesufu said: “Good morning to Nigerian youths. The struggles have been tough, but I want to assure you all again that power belongs to the people. The SARS movement has no leader and should remain that way. Retweet if you believe in Youth Democratic Party (YDP).”

Casir Ozuruigbo said: “If all Nigerian youths donate N500, trust me, we will be able to gather enough, register our party, Youth Democratic Party (YDP) and finally retire all our ancestors from councillors to senates to governors to president.

Another user, Kris Whyte said: “We have to build a new Nigeria for ourselves and push those old people away from power,” while Osigbeme Junior tweeted: “I hope that come 2023, we can carry out online voting due to the rigging and the likes. Imagine a Nigeria where people can vote from their mobile phones just like the way they normally vote in Big Brother Nigeria” and Lord of Savage tweeted: “If we can raise seven million in six hours during the protest we can do it. If we can put the same vibe in the way we vote and publicise our fans during Big Brother Nigeria, we can do it. We need a pragmatic and vibrant president. Vision 2023 all the way.”