As tributes pour in from across Lagos State and beyond, Dr. Seriki Muritala, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Leader in Lagos, has been celebrated as a beacon of transformative leadership and a tireless advocate for youth inclusion in governance.
EpeInsights reports that in a heartfelt birthday message, Amb. SMASE Provost Ibraheem Ogunbanwo, Treasurer of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Lagos State Chapter, praised Dr. Seriki’s exceptional contributions to youth empowerment and political participation.
“Today, we do not just mark a birthday; we celebrate a movement, a vision and a mission that has redefined youth participation in governance,” Ogunbanwo stated.
“Dr. Seriki’s emergence has become a catalyst for the rise of young, competent leaders across Lagos, breaking barriers and creating unprecedented opportunities for youth engagement in strategic political and leadership spaces.”
The message highlighted Dr. Seriki’s role in driving a paradigm shift, advocating that political positions meant for young people should be filled by them, thereby infusing governance with the innovation, passion, and energy of youth.
According to Ogunbanwo, Dr. Seriki’s influence extends beyond partisan politics.
He has consistently championed youth emancipation, providing platforms for growth, nurturing emerging leaders and ensuring that the voices of young people are not just heard but respected.
“Your leadership has inspired and impacted lives. You are not only a youth leader by title but by action. Your work continues to build the youth, and by extension, build the nation,” the NYCN treasurer noted.
He concluded the tribute with a call to action: “Build The Youth! Build The Nation! Impact The Youth! Impact The Nation Positively!”
Dr. Seriki Muritala is widely regarded as a leading figure in youth political mobilization in Lagos State. His unwavering commitment to mentorship, advocacy, and inclusion has earned him the respect of many across party lines and civil society.
As he marks another year, many see his journey as a continued inspiration for the next generation of Nigerian leaders.
