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  • APC women demand equal opportunities in FCT elections

    APC women demand equal opportunities in FCT elections

    Women in the All Progressives Congress (APC) have called on the party’s leadership to prioritize equal opportunities for women to be flag bearers in the forthcoming Federal Capital Territory (FCT) elections.

    The women, who are aspiring to various positions, made the call during a meeting in Abuja with the APC National Women Leader, Dr. Mary Alile, 

    As the Chairmanship and counsellorship elections approaches, Dr. Alile emphasized the role women play in the party and society, urging the leadership to promote fair play and inclusivity.

    She said: “Women are not just key stakeholders; they are leaders, innovators, and change-makers who can significantly contribute to our vision for a prosperous and inclusive FCT.

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    “We urge thr APC leadership, especially in the FCT to ensure that women are given equal opportunities to be flag bearers in the upcoming elections.

    She noted that supporting women candidates would inspire future generations and demonstrate the party’s dedication to a more equitable society. 

    She pledged to support women aspirants, promising to establish mentorship programs, provide resources, and advocate for policies promoting gender equality in leadership positions.

    Dr. Alile commended President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to empowering women and noted that the Renewed Hope initiatives have opened doors for countless women to thrive. 

    “The President’s leadership inspires hope and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual can contribute to the nation’s progress,” she said.

    The APC FCT Women Leader, Hajiya Salamatu Jibrin, lauded Dr. Alile for championing women’s causes, believing her efforts would increase women’s participation in appointive and elective positions.

    An aspirant, Rejoice Yakubu, who is vying for the councillorship seat in Kuduru Ward, Bwari Area Council, appealed for support for women’s voices to be heard.

     “We are pleading and soliciting that our voices should be heard this time around. We play key roles at the grassroots, especially at the ward level.”

    Another aspirant, Jennifer Nnamudi, who is contesting for the chairmanship seat in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), emphasized that women were not seeking to drag men from their seats but rather seeking to uphold the 35% affirmative action policy.

    “We have studied and worked at the grassroots level, and we need support to deliver results for the president and the party,” she said.

    The women aspirants expressed confidence in their abilities and sought the party’s support to enable them to make a meaningful impact in the FCT. 

    Dr. Alile assured them of her support and promised to work tirelessly to create an environment where women can feel empowered to lead without barriers.

  • APC women advocacy body rises against gender violence

    APC women advocacy body rises against gender violence

    Director General of National APC Women Advocacy Organisation (NAWA-Org), Dr. Amina Kundiri, has called for an to gender based violence.

    She said this after leading a walk to mark Beijing Declaration against Gender Violence in Abuja, yesterday.

    They were joined by Minister of Women Affairs, Suleiman Ibrahim, on the solidarity walk to National Assembly.

    “Today, we march as a united force, raising our voices to demand end to violence against women and girls in Nigeria, Africa, and the globe.

    “This is a cry for justice and action. We are in tune with Minister of Women Affairs and First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, who was a lawmaker and supports women, more than ever as mother of the nation.

    “We urge National Assembly to prioritise and enforce laws that protect daughters, sisters, and mothers,” she said.

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    Members, adorned in orange T-shirts, carried banners and placards with messages denouncing violence against women and girls.

    Their presence, marked by the organisation’s logo and mission-driven brooches, emphasised their commitment to empowering women, fostering unity, and driving socio-economic progress.

    “National APC Women Advocacy Organisation unites women leaders to harness the power of collaboration, driving socio-economic progress through creative public-private partnerships.

    “We empower women and their families, honouring Nigeria’s cultural values while fostering unity with male counterparts to build a more inclusive future.

     “A Nigeria where empowered and unified women contribute to shaping socio-economic and political development through alliances, stakeholder engagement, and inclusive community-focused initiatives to uplift lives, shift perceptions, and drive progress for APC and government,” Kundiri said.

  • APC women hail Oba of Benin on peaceful poll

    APC women hail Oba of Benin on peaceful poll

    All Progressives Congress (APC) women in Edo South Senatorial District have hailed Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, on his fatherly roles and prayers that made the September 21 governorship election in Edo State to be peaceful.

    Their leader, Mrs. Itohan Edokpolor, yesterday during a solidarity visit to the first-class monarch, said ‘’as mothers, we are thankful to God Almighty and Oba of Benin that no life was lost during the election, which was anticipated to be violent.’’

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    Edokpolor, a former chairperson of Ikpoba-Okha Local Government, appreciated the foremost traditional ruler for defending Edo heritage and urged him not to relent in his prayers for the state, despite the subterranean moves by some persons to thwart the victory of the Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, which she insisted had come to stay.

    The Esere of Benin, Chief Stanley Obamwonyi, according to the Chief Press Secretary to the Oba of Benin, Osaigbovo Iguobaro, speaking on behalf of the royal father, described the king as a detribalised and peace-loving father.

  • First Lady empowers APC women in fabric business

    First Lady empowers APC women in fabric business

    The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has presented fabrics in commercial quantities to support the businesses of women in politics.

    The gesture, which comes under the Social Investment Programme (SIP) of the Renewed Hope Initiative, is designed to support the financial base of women politicians.

    The presentation of the fabrics was held at the national secretariat of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) yesterday in Abuja.

    Represented by the Vice President’s wife, Hajiya Nana Kashim Shettima, the First Lady said the gesture was meant to empower APC women in the clothing business.

    Handing over the fabrics, Hajiya Shettima said: “The little present we came with is meant to support our APC women who are into the fabrics business. The quantity might not be up to your expectations, but I urge you to take it in good faith. We assure you that more of this programme is on the way.

    “Your Excellency, without flattering, Her Excellency (Senator Oluremi) within the one year, has criss-crossed the 36 states. She has been to the six geopolitical zones. She is someone who is eager and wants to see changes in the country.

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    “My appeal to all of us here is to be our sister’s keeper. No matter what, let us appreciate one another. We all know it is easy to destroy but very difficult to build.”

    APC National Chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje expressed delight at the First Lady’s gesture.

    The national chairman made a case for women to get more opportunities in view of their contributions to the electoral victory of the party in last year’s general election.

    He said: “We are not surprised seeing the First Lady coming up with this very important programme. The population of women in Nigeria is more than the population of men.”

    “So, you can see that when it comes to elections, women are more committed, despite environmental hazards – be it cold of dusty weather – they will stay through.

    “But when it comes to the sharing of the success of the election ,it is dominated by men. We have to change this narrative of women participation in politics. We have begun it as a party by speaking to the chief executives at the state level to begin to include women participation at the local government level.”

    On the First Lady initiative, Ganduje said the programme was aimed at improving financial inclusiveness for women.

    “I’m happy to hear that this programme is for women who are already in the fabrics business and their businesses are down due to the present economic challenge, which is all over the world.

    “By introducing this programme, this is an asset because they will increase their businesses. When they sell them, they will buy more wrappers to shore up their businesses.

    “But I want to advise those who are in charge of this programme, the First and Second ladies have done their own. What is left is for you to be honest, transparent and nationalistic so that these wrappers will go to the target group.

    “Secondly, for these wrappers, don’t expect anything from there. Don’t expect transport fare. They (fabrics) are free; give them free.”