2027 Elections: APC Reaffirms Devotion To Women’s Inclusion

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has restated its Devotion to expanding opportunities for women in politics and governance, with National Secretary Senator Surajudeen Basiru urging Nigerian women in the diaspora to play a central role in mobilising support for the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Speaking at the APC Diaspora/Global Women Summit in Rome, Italy, Basiru described Nigerian women abroad as one of the nation’s greatest strategic assets. He noted their achievements in diverse fields such as medicine, law, engineering, entrepreneurship, diplomacy, and technology, stressing that their contributions through remittances, investments, philanthropy, and advocacy remain vital to Nigeria’s development.

“The APC acknowledges that diaspora women are not mere supporters of government programmes but strategic partners in the realisation of the Renewed Hope Agenda,” Basiru said. He added that their international connections and technical expertise could significantly strengthen Nigeria’s democratic and economic institutions.

Basiru emphasised that gender inclusion is a core pillar of the APC’s political philosophy. He assured that the party would continue to encourage women’s participation in leadership, policy formulation, party administration, and electoral mobilisation.

“As a party, we are committed to increasing opportunities for women within the structures of the party and in public governance. We believe inclusive leadership achieves better governance outcomes,” he said.

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He also highlighted plans to strengthen collaboration with diaspora chapters through structured platforms for engagement, policy dialogue, investment promotion, and leadership development.

Basiru tied the call for women’s mobilisation to President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing reforms. He pointed to the removal of fuel subsidy, increased crude oil production, and fiscal reforms as measures that have created space for infrastructure and social investments.

He cited major projects such as the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Lagos-Sokoto Superhighway, and the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Road reconstruction as evidence of the administration’s commitment to national development. He also noted that Nigeria’s foreign reserves had risen to over $51 billion, the highest in 17 years.

Basiru further praised women serving in Tinubu’s administration, saying their contributions have been central to the success of the Renewed Hope Agenda.

As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 elections, Basiru urged diaspora women to foster civic engagement, counter misinformation, mentor young women, and expand the party’s global outreach. He stressed that their involvement would help consolidate democratic governance and ensure continuity of reforms.

“You are ambassadors of Nigeria, promoting our democratic values and serving as a bridge between Nigeria and the international community,” he said.

The APC’s renewed emphasis on women’s inclusion reflects broader efforts to strengthen its political base ahead of 2027. By positioning diaspora women as strategic partners, the party seeks to harness their influence, resources, and expertise to reinforce its governance agenda and electoral prospects.