Nigerian Concord Newspaper
The 2027 Governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, Chief Michael Kaase Aondoakaa, SAN has assured Benue women of inclusivity in his administration if elected governor, while urging them to intensify mobilisation efforts, leveraging their strength and influence as mothers, wives and sisters within their communities.
Aondoakaa made this promise on Thursday at the Dreams Event Centre, Makurdi, during the ongoing PDP Women Summit 2027, which brought together women leaders, stakeholders and candidates of the party to deliberate on strategies for effective mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Chief Michael Aondoakaa, commended the large turnout of women from the 276 wards, describing it as a demonstration of their commitment to the party and readiness to mobilise the votes required to return the PDP to power in 2027.
Aondoakaa pledged to provide purposeful leadership that would honour the people of Benue State through investments in infrastructure and human capital development, with a view to translating democracy into tangible benefits for the people.
The PDP governorship candidate also expressed confidence that the party would reclaim power in the state in 2027.
Also speaking, the leader of the PDP in Benue State and former Governor, Chief Samuel Ortom, described the women as resilient and committed members of the party who had continued to keep the party’s flag flying despite its current position in opposition.
Ortom reaffirmed his commitment to providing leadership and defending the party as its members continue their mobilisation towards victory in 2027.
He also appealed to the electoral body and security agencies to ensure a free, fair and credible electoral process, stressing the need for all stakeholders to provide an environment that allows voters to freely exercise their franchise.
Also, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Senatorial Candidate for Benue North-West, Dr. Eunice Ortom, in her remark, commended the Benue State PDP Women Leader and zonal women leaders for convening a women’s summit that brought together party women from all 276 wards across the 23 Local Government Areas of the state.
She described women as an integral part of society, noting that despite their significant contributions, they had not always been adequately represented in major decision-making processes.
Dr. Eunice Ortom said the impressive turnout of women from across the state had renewed her hope and conviction that women would play a more prominent role in determining the political direction of the state, particularly as they resolved to intensify mobilisation efforts towards securing victory for the PDP in 2027.
The PDP senatorial candidate also expressed her determination to use her anticipated mandate as a platform for encouraging and supporting more women to attain leadership positions.
According to her, her extensive community-based experience and connections with international development organisations would position her to effectively represent the people of Benue North-West.
She pledged that, if elected, she would champion people-oriented legislation and facilitate projects with direct and measurable impact on the lives of the people across the senatorial district.