Osun Assembly backs “Not Too Young To Run Bill’’

The Osun House of Assembly has expressed support for the ‘Not Too Young To Run Bill’, saying the nation can achieve more through the agility and dynamism of its youth population.
Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, the Chairman of the House Committee on Information and Strategy, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Osogbo.
The bill passed by the National Assembly in July 2017 reduced the age requirement for President from 40 to 30 years, Governor from 35 to 30 years and Senate from 35 to 30 years.
It also reduced the age of those vying for seat in the House of Representatives and State Assemblies from 30 to 25 years.
The bill, however, requires the backing of at least 24 Houses of Assembly for it to become law.
Oyintiloye who confirmed that the assembly had received the bill, said that action was underway on it.
According to him, the assembly’s position on the bill is in line with national aspiration, especially for the promotion of youths to leadership position.
He said: “The Osun Assembly’s disposition to the bill is positive.
“If you are following up with the activities of the house, you will come to terms and agree that the assembly strongly believes in youth engagement and youth inclusion in governance.
“The trend worldwide favours this paradigm shift and our youths are no less qualified to demonstrate their capacity to be part of the game as well as raise the bar for social stability.
Oyintiloy said: “Youths, therefore, should not only brace up but showcase their talents and exhibit positive attitude to take advantage of the opportunity provided by this constitutional development.’’