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The Digest:

All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda has declared that President Bola Tinubu deserves a second term based on his performance. Speaking at a youth empowerment programme in Plateau State, Yilwatda said: "Anyone who understands what Mr. President is doing will support him." He noted that through tax reforms, low-income earners and civil servants will pay fewer taxes. He also revealed plans to upgrade Yakubu Gowon Airport to international status.

Key Points:
  • Yilwatda sponsored a N300 million grant and empowerment programme for Plateau youths.
  • The Nigeria Export Promotion Council will organise training for beneficiaries with export-ready products.
  • The president agreed to expand and upgrade Yakubu Gowon Airport to an international airport.
  • Yilwatda said Plateau is "not a civil service state" and urged youths to embrace entrepreneurship.
  • 2,127 beneficiaries were selected based on business plan submissions.
Yilwatda called on Plateau youths to support Tinubu's re-election bid.

Sources: Nigerian Tribune, Vanguard