Women voters are potential political ‘weapon’ for victory – Kebbi Governor

By Mercy Folounsho 

Women are formidable political ‘weapon’ whose steadfastness and numerical strength at the polls remain decisive factors for victory in elections.

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State made the assertion in Birnin Kebbi while addressing All Progressives Congress (APC) women leaders from the 225 electoral wards of the state.

Dr. Idris commended the womenfolk for their active participation in politics and the political process, stressing that they remain the vanguard of society in fulfilling civic responsibilities.

He assured them of his administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare and empowerment of women adding that, he will sustain his empowerment scheme to uplift their wellbeing.

The Governor also advise women of voting age should go and register in the ongoing voter registration, while others should renew their voter’s cards as the registration exercise is of utmost importance in our electoral procedures, without which you cannot vote.

Earlier, the State Chairman of the APC, Alhaji Abubakar Kana Zuru, expressed appreciation to the governor for convening the interactive session with the party’s women ward leaders.

He noted that such direct engagement with grassroots women leaders was unprecedented in Kebbi’s political history.

In her remarks, the State APC Women Leader, Hajiya Aisha Gunabi, reaffirmed the loyalty and unflinching support of women across the 225 wards to the incumbent administration of Governor Idris.