10/09/2026
“I Am a Senior City Boy” — Senator Philip Aduda as CBM opened its Secretariat.
The City Boy Movement (CBM), FCT Chapter, has formally opened its Secretariat in Abuja, with former Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, Senator Philip Tanimu Aduda, as the distinguished guest of honour.
The event, held on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, brought together members of the Movement, members of the Executive Committee, directors and other stakeholders, marking a significant milestone in the growth and development of the FCT Chapter.
Formally declaring the Secretariat open, Senator Philip Aduda commended the leadership of the City Boy Movement, FCT Chapter, for its impactful developmental programmes and activities across the Federal Capital Territory.
Senator Aduda, who described himself as a “senior City Boy,” expressed his unflinching support for the Movement, noting that the ideals underpinning his political ambition are aligned with the goals and aspirations of the organisation for a better and more prosperous Federal Capital Territory.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Director of the CBM FCT Chapter, Hon. Bitrus Lawrence Garki, described the opening of the Secretariat as an important step towards strengthening the organisation’s structure, coordination and activities across the Territory.
Garki emphasised the importance of unity, commitment and active participation among members, noting that the functional Secretariat would provide a central platform for coordination, engagement and effective implementation of the Movement’s programmes across the FCT.
While urging members to rally massive support for Senator Aduda’s political ambition, BLG assured the distinguished Senator of the Movement’s commitment to supporting his cause.
He also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike, the Grand Patron of the City Boy Movement, Barr. Seyi Tinubu, as well as the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Movement, for their unwavering support.
On his part, the Deputy Director of the City Boy Movement, FCT Chapter, Comrade Mukhtar Akodhile Ademola, said the presence of Senator Philip Aduda further underscored the importance of stakeholder engagement and collaboration in advancing the objectives of the Movement.
The Deputy Director, who expressed confidence in the capacity of the City Boy Movement to mobilise 10 million votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, said he was particularly delighted by the establishment of the Secretariat.
He lauded Barr. Seyi Tinubu for providing the Secretariat and reaffirmed the Movement’s readiness to ensure the effective and responsible use of the facility to enhance its operations and service delivery.
Other directors who shared their impressions of the event, including the FCT Director of Contact and Mobilisation, Dan Ajah, and the FCT Director of Media, Joseph Johnson, described the Secretariat as an important hub for coordinating the Chapter’s mobilisation, media and communications activities.
They noted that the centralised structure would facilitate effective information flow, strengthen coordination and ensure professional documentation of the Movement’s engagements across the Territory.
The Chapter currently maintains structures across the six Area Councils of the FCT - Abaji, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kuje and Kwali as part of efforts to deepen grassroots participation, mobilisation and coordination.
The event also witnessed the presentation of Appointment Letter to Phillip Junior Aduda as the State Director for Missions and Empowerment, City Boy Movement, FCT Chapter, on-the-spot inspection of the facility by Sen. Aduda and different displays of side attractions.
The formal opening of the Secretariat comes as CBM FCT continues to expand its programmes, membership and engagement activities, with the leadership reiterating its commitment to building a more organised, active and coordinated structure across the Federal Capital Territory.
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