A social media influencer, Okafor Eaglet Davinson, has raised concerns over an alleged plan involving political stakeholders in Anambra State to recruit youths from communities across the state for election-related activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Davinson reportedly shared the information on his social media platform after receiving a direct message from an Anambra resident who claimed to have knowledge of the alleged arrangement.
In the message, the unidentified individual alleged that the Anambra State Chief of Staff, purportedly working with some political stakeholders, was directing town youth leaders to provide nine able-bodied youths from each community.
According to the allegation, the youths are expected to participate in election-day activities under a group reportedly known as Progressives Working Together, allegedly in connection with efforts to mobilise support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
However, the sender expressed concern over the specific responsibilities assigned to the youths, particularly whether their activities would involve security-related duties or overlap with the responsibilities of recognised security agencies.
The anonymous source called for an independent investigation into the alleged arrangement, stressing the need to protect the credibility, transparency and peaceful conduct of the electoral process.
The individual also requested that their identity and personal details remain confidential, citing concerns for their personal safety.
Sharing the message, Davinson questioned the alleged involvement of youths in what he described as a potentially dangerous political arrangement, warning young people against allowing themselves to be used for political interests.
In his reaction, the social media influencer also questioned why the children of political leaders should allegedly remain abroad while young people in Anambra could be exposed to risks during election-related activities.
He described the alleged arrangement as a possible attempt to manipulate the electoral process, using the expression “rig and die” to caution youths against participating in activities that could threaten their safety.
As of the time of this report, the allegations remain unverified. There has been no independent confirmation of the alleged recruitment exercise or the specific duties expected of the youths.
Governor Charles Soludo, the Anambra State Chief of Staff and other individuals mentioned in connection with the claims have not been established as having responded to the allegations.
