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Nigerian political organiser and youth leader (born 1982)
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Aliyu Bin Abbas
Aliyu Bin Abbas | |
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 Aliyu Bin Abbas | |
| Born | February 2, 1982 Zara'wuyaku Ward, Biu LGA, Borno State, Nigeria |
| Occupations | Political organiser, youth activist |
| Known for | Founder, National Youth Alliance (NYA) |
| Political party | Action Democratic Party |
| Spouse | Zainab Adhama |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | www |
Aliyu Bin Abbas (born 2 February 1982) is a Nigerian youth organizer and politician from Biu, Borno State. He founded the National Youth Alliance (NYA) and serves as its youth president.[1] In April 2026, he joined the Action Democratic Party (ADP).[2][3] At a press conference in Kano State, he stated that National Youth Alliance was aimed at producing a youth presidential candidate in 2027.[4][5][6][7][8]
Early life and education
Aliyu Bin Abbas was born in Zara'wuyaku Ward, Biu Local Government Area, Borno State. He attended Central Primary School, Biu. He later moved to Kano State, where he studied under the Almajiri system.
| MSc, International Relations | Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Kano | Ongoing |
| MSc, Political Science | Concordia College, Alabama, USA | 2016–2018 |
| BSc, Political Science | Concordia College, Alabama, USA | 2012–2016 |
Career
Early political involvement (2005–2013)
In 2005, Bin Abbas attended a leadership training programme organised by the Africa Leadership Forum in Ota, Ogun State. In 2007, he served as President of the National Movement for IBB.
Atiku Care Foundation (2014–2023)
From 2014 to 2023, Bin Abbas served as Executive Director of the Atiku Care Foundation (ACF). He coordinated activities across 36 states and the FCT in Nigeria and managed humanitarian programmes for flood victims and displaced persons.[9] He also served as Special Assistant on Youth and Support Groups to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar during the 2019 and 2023 presidential campaigns.[10]
Peoples Democratic Party (2022–2023)
Bin Abbas served as Deputy Director (North) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Youth Council from 2022 to 2023.[11]
Action Democratic Party (2026–present)
On 15 April 2026, Bin Abbas formally joined the Action Democratic Party (ADP). A statement issued by NYA's National Publicity Director described the move as a platform to advance youth and women's inclusion in governance ahead of the 2027 elections.[2][3]
National Youth Alliance
Founding and structure
Bin Abbas founded the National Youth Alliance (NYA) which has reported grassroots structures across Nigeria's 36 states, the Federal Capital Territory and 774 local government areas of Nigeria.[1] In January 2026, Bin Abbas inaugurated chairmen from all 36 states and the FCT at the NAF Conference Centre, Abuja. [1][12][13] NYA launched an official website and membership portal at the same event.[14] The NYA later went on air to reiterate their commitment to democracy.[15]
INEC registration
The organisation applied to Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for registration as a political party but was denied. The Youth President, Bin Abbas described the rejection as an infringement on constitutional rights of youth and women.[16]
2027 election preparations
In February 2026, NYA inaugurated coordinators for 774 local government areas, starting with a kickoff at Mambayya House, Kano.[17] The organisation set a membership target of between 20 and 50 million membership ahead of the 2027 elections.[18] NYA also appointed an envoy to Francophone African countries.[19]
Opposition advocacy
In 2026, NYA stated that the All Progressives Congress was working to weaken opposition political parties ahead of the 2027 elections and called for public protests.[20][21][22] [23]
Regional recognition
Speaking at a symposium in Enugu State, Monday Diamond Ani, the General Manager of the Community and Social Development Agency (CSDA) supported by the World Bank, and International Development Agency (IDA), described the NYA as one of the most significant youth organisations in Africa.[24][25]
Leadership and organisational roles
Roles marked with dagger (†) are sourced solely from the subject's biography and have not been independently verified:
- Founder and Youth President — National Youth Alliance (NYA)[1][26]
- Executive Director — Atiku Care Foundation (2014–2023)[9]
- Chairman — Coalition of Atiku Support Groups and Initiatives[10]
- Special Assistant on Youth and Support Groups — Atiku Presidential Campaign Organisation[10]
- Deputy Director (North) — PDP Youth Council (2022–2023)[11]
- Member — Action Democratic Party (2026–present)[2]
- Commonwealth Youth Council Ambassador, UK (2016)†
- Special Adviser — Commonwealth Youth Council on Human Relations, UK†
- Advisory Board Member — Nigerian Youth Leadership Forum†
- Pioneer President — Community-Based Organisation for African Youth†
- President — Coalition of Northern Nigeria Youth Congress†
- Global Partner — Africa Policy Innovation Network (APIN)†
- Member — Nigeria Institute of Strategic Management†
North–South Youth Peace Accord
Through the NYA, Bin Abbas brought the northern and southern youth groups together for a dialogue at Arewa House, Kaduna. The event was reported by Punch.[27]
Humanitarian activities
Bin Abbas also runs the Aliyu Care Foundation which has distributed food to communities in Kano State and funded student scholarships across Nigeria. [28] In March 2026, during a visit to Enugu State, Bin Abbas took on the responsibility of supporting Ugwu Divine Favour Chizaramekpere, a nine-year-old girl in Enugu State. She is now his non-biological daughter.[29][30]
He also founded Bin Abbas Outreach for Disabled Children, which provides welfare support to persons with disabilities.[28]
Public statements
- In 2024, he criticised the prosecution of individuals arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protests.[31]
- In 2026, he called on Nigerian youth to engage actively in the electoral process ahead of 2027.[1]
- In 2026, he called for nationwide protests against governance issues and what he described as the systemic weakening of the opposition.[32]
Personal life
Aliyu Bin Abbas is married to Zainab Adhama and has two children. He speaks English, Hausa, and Babur. He is based in Abuja, Nigeria.
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