In a groundbreaking push for women’s inclusion in governance, Governor Muhammed Umaru Bago of Niger State has declared that all vice-chairmanship positions across the state’s 25 local government areas will be exclusively reserved for women in the upcoming elections.
Bago emphasized that women have long been marginalized despite their invaluable contributions to society. He stressed the need for active female participation in leadership, describing women as key drivers of national progress and transformation.
“Empowering women at the grassroots isn’t just about fairness—it’s a strategic move for sustainable development across our state and the nation,” he stated.
Governor Bago dismissed the idea that this initiative is merely about meeting quotas. Instead, he underscored the strength, resilience, and intelligence women bring to governance, adding, “When included in leadership, women bring balance, innovation, and fresh perspectives crucial for development.”
In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Print Media, Aisha Wakaso, in Minna on Wednesday, Bago reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to breaking barriers for women in leadership and ensuring they take their rightful place in decision-making processes.
He urged all stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State to rally behind the initiative, stressing that inclusivity must be at the heart of the forthcoming local government elections.
This bold move aligns with Bago’s broader vision of gender equity and the empowerment of women in governance at all levels.
Niger State reserves all LG vice-chair positions for women
