From Ahmad Saka, Bauchi
Women Coalition for Sustainable Peace and Viable Democratic Gains in
Bauchi State, has appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ,National leadership of the All Progressives Congress APC, state party leaders, and all relevant stakeholders to allow the democratic process in Bauchi State to genuinely reflect the will and choice of the people by electing credible leader and choose a Female Deputy Governor in the State.
National Coordinator of the group ,Hajiya
Addaji Muhammad said this in an open letter sent to President Tinubu and National and State leadership of APC which copies were made available to reporters in Bauchi, She said “Bauchi State deserves an opportunity to experience leadership capable of restoring public confidence, strengthening peace, promoting continuity of people-oriented governance, and creating meaningful opportunities for women and youths.”
Addaji said, “as women advocating for inclusive governance and sustainable democratic participation, we strongly recommend and advocate for the emergence of a competent and credible female deputy governorship candidate. This will further strengthen gender inclusion, women participation in governance, and broader democratic representation in Bauchi State”
She said ” We believe that peace, political stability, and long-term democratic success can only be sustained where the people feel heard, respected, and genuinely represented”
Addaji said “Our appeal is made in good faith, in the interest of peace, democratic continuity, and the collective future of our dear state”
The group said “We write this open letter as a coalition of women committed to sustainable peace, democratic stability, inclusive governance, and the advancement of viable democratic gains for the people of Bauchi State and Nigeria at large.”
Addaji said “Democracy thrives when the voices, aspirations, and genuine choices of the people are respected. While political strategies and interests remain part of democratic practice, it is equally important that such strategies do not undermine the will, welfare, and confidence of the people. Sustainable political victories are better achieved through justice, inclusiveness, fairness, and popular acceptance rather than imposition”.
She said “Following extensive consultations, observations, and political viability studies conducted across various parts of Bauchi State, we have come to a difficult but sincere conclusion: the people of Bauchi State desire meaningful change, credible leadership, and a government that reflects their realities and aspirations”.
Addaji said”Sadly, the impact of democratic dividends in Bauchi State remains significantly inadequate, particularly in recent years. The suffering of ordinary citizens, especially women and youths, continues to increase amid rising expectations and limited opportunities. Many communities still struggle with unemployment, inadequate empowerment initiatives, weak social support systems, and insufficient developmental impact”.
The group said “In the course of our findings, one political figure consistently stood out in terms of grassroots acceptance, visible interventions, accessibility, and public confidence — Distinguished Senator Shehu Buba Umar,across communities, many citizens acknowledged his efforts in supporting youths, empowering women, responding to community needs, and maintaining close engagement with the people. We believe that the level of impact he has achieved as a Senator compares favorably not only with current office holders but also with many past political actors across the state”.
She said”As a non-partisan coalition, our responsibility is not to promote political sentiment but to present realities as observed from the grassroots. Based on the outcome of our political viability assessment, we strongly believe that Senator Shehu Buba Umar presently represents the most acceptable and promising option among the various aspirants across party lines for the future leadership direction of Bauchi State”.
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The group prayed to Allah to guide our leaders toward wisdom, justice, and decisions that will promote unity, progress, and sustainable development for Bauchi State and Nigeria as a whole, they Call for Democratic Fairness, Responsible Leadership, and Respect for the Will of the People in Bauchi State
