By Jane Okeke
As the race for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Senatorial seat gathers momentum, an aspirant under the Nigeria Democratic Congress( NDC ) and foremost human and gender rights activist, Mrs. Aisha Yesufu, has continued to garner massive grassroots support following her strategic consultations across the six area councils in the territory ahead of the party’s forthcoming primary elections.
Aisha Yesufu said she embarked on door-to-door engagements and interactions with residents in the Area Councils with the aim of understanding the peculiar challenges facing the people such as insecurity, poor roads, unemployment, inadequate healthcare, education, and water supply.
The Federal Capital Territory has a total of 62 political wards spread across its six Area Councils with Abaji (10 ) Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) 12, Bwari, (10) Gwagwalada,(10 ), Kuje (10) and Kwali (10 ).
During her visit to the Area Councils, Mrs. Yesufu met with party leaders, stakeholders, youth representatives, women groups, and party members as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots engagement and solicit support for her aspiration.
Addressing the gathering, Mrs. Yesufu appreciated the people of Abaji, Kwali, Kuje, AMAC, Bwari and Abaji for their continued loyalty and support, emphasizing the need for unity, transparency, accountability, and collective participation in building a better future for the FCT and Nigeria at large.
According to her, the FCT deserves inclusive leadership that prioritizes infrastructure development, youth empowerment, women participation, security, healthcare, education, and economic opportunities for residents across the Area Councils.
“The future of the Federal Capital Territory depends on the collective strength, unity, and voices of its people. My visit to your communities is not just to seek your votes,
but to listen, understand your challenges, and work together towards a better and more inclusive FCT. With your support in the forthcoming general elections, we can build a capital city where every resident has equal opportunities, security, and access to quality infrastructure and development.” She said,
She pledged to continue consulting widely with residents and stakeholders to better understand their needs and incorporate their concerns into her policy direction.
“We cannot build a better FCT without carrying the people along. This journey is about service, inclusion, and giving residents a stronger voice in governance,” she stated.
She reaffirmed her commitment to selfless leadership, inclusive governance, and people-oriented representation. She noted that her aspiration is driven by the desire to advance transparency and improve the welfare of residents of the FCT.
Party leaders and stakeholders, in their remarks, described Yesufu as a courageous and committed leader who has consistently been the voice of the voiceless by speaking truth to power.
They commended her resilience and bravery in advocating for a better society, justice, good governance, accountability, and the welfare of ordinary Nigerians. They also pledged their unwavering support and assured her of massive backing during the party primaries.
Similarly, in Kwali Area Council, Mrs. Yesufu held consultations with party executives, stakeholders, and members in what was described as a successful and impactful engagement aimed at fostering unity within the party structure.
The community leaders commended her years of activism, humanitarian interventions, and social development initiatives, noting that her consistency and dedication to the struggles of ordinary Nigerians distinguish her as a credible candidate for the Senate.
The leaders further pledged total support for her candidacy and promised to mobilize delegates and party members in her favour during the primary elections.
Residents of the Sixth Area Council assured Mrs. Yesufu of their full support and pledged to work towards her emergence as the party’s flag bearer for the 2027 general elections.
They expressed their commitment and readiness to work collectively for victory in the forthcoming elections and to promote purposeful leadership for the FCT and Nigeria as a whole.
The visits to the six Area Councils concluded with renewed commitments by party members and supporters to strengthen the party structure, sustain unity, and ensure success at both the primaries and the 2027 general elections.
