10,000 Youths, Students Set for Massive Solidarity Trek in Support of Senator Yayi in Abeokuta
The Yayi Progressives Movement (YPM) has unveiled plans for a historic 10,000 Youth and Students’ Solidarity Trek in Abeokuta, Ogun State in honour of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), CON, describing the event as a peaceful civic demonstration aimed at celebrating purposeful leadership, promoting democratic participation, and strengthening youth involvement in governance. The trek is scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in Abeokuta,
The announcement was made during a press briefing jointly addressed by the YPM Youth Leader, Comrade ‘Bola Awotubo, and the YPM Students’ Wing Coordinator, Comrade Dotun Opaleye, who reaffirmed the movement’s commitment to peaceful mobilisation and responsible political engagement.
Speaking on behalf of the Youth Wing across the movement’s 26 constituencies, Awotubo described the forthcoming solidarity trek as more than a political gathering, saying it represents a collective declaration of confidence in visionary leadership and grassroots development.
According to him, the initiative is designed to encourage young people to actively participate in democratic processes while appreciating leaders whose contributions have positively impacted society.
“The youth remain the greatest asset of every society. They are the engine of innovation, the strength of every community, and the future of every nation. This solidarity trek is a peaceful expression of appreciation for purposeful leadership and an opportunity for young people to reaffirm their commitment to democratic participation and responsible citizenship,” he said.
Awotubo commended the Convener of the Yayi Progressives Movement, Armstrong Tope Akintunde, for creating a platform that has continued to empower youths through political inclusion, leadership development, and community engagement.
He also acknowledged the contributions of the Co-Convener, Hon. Odeneye, MHR, the State Coordinator, Hon. Olusegun Kaka, and other apex leaders of the movement for their unwavering support in nurturing the next generation of political leaders.
Highlighting Senator Adeola’s achievements, the youth leader said the lawmaker’s record in quality representation, infrastructural development, youth empowerment, educational support, human capital development, and community advancement has earned him widespread admiration across Ogun State.
He stressed that the solidarity exercise would remain peaceful and called on all participants to conduct themselves responsibly and in accordance with the law.
“We call on every participant to be orderly, disciplined and law-abiding. Let our conduct reflect the values of the Yayi Progressives Movement and demonstrate that the youth of Ogun State are responsible ambassadors of democracy,” he added.
Similarly, the Students’ Wing Coordinator, Comrade Dotun Opaleye, described students as the intellectual backbone and future leaders of society, saying their involvement in governance and democratic activities remains essential to National development.
He said the planned solidarity trek would provide students with an avenue to express appreciation for Senator Adeola’s consistent investments in education and youth development while promoting responsible civic engagement.
Opaleye particularly highlighted Senator Adeola’s recent educational intervention, noting that the lawmaker had just facilitated bursaries and scholarships for 5,312 students drawn from Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education in Ogun State.
According to him, the intervention further demonstrated the Senator’s enduring commitment to educational advancement and human capital development.
“Our solidarity is in recognition of the exemplary leadership of Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola. His remarkable commitment to scholarship initiatives, educational support, youth empowerment and community development continues to inspire confidence among students and young people across Ogun State,” he stated.
He urged members of the YPM Students’ Wing, student union leaders, undergraduates, postgraduate students, APC youth members, artisans, market leaders, and other supporters of progressive leadership to participate peacefully in the event.
The students’ leader maintained that the solidarity trek is entirely voluntary and intended to promote unity, democratic values, and peaceful political participation.
Both speakers reiterated that the event is not intended to incite violence or political unrest but rather to demonstrate that politics can be conducted peacefully while encouraging greater youth and student participation in governance.
They expressed appreciation to Senator Adeola for what they described as his unwavering dedication to the development of Ogun State and prayed for continued wisdom, strength, and good health for the federal lawmaker as he continues his public service.
The Yayi Progressives Movement said the solidarity trek would serve as a platform to showcase the strength of youth and student mobilisation while reinforcing the movement’s commitment to responsible leadership, good governance, and sustainable development in Ogun State.
