The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s inclusion in politics as Nigeria marks International Women’s Day (IWD), stating that women must move from the margins to the centre of leadership and decision-making.
In a statement signed by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, the party noted that Nigerian women carry a disproportionate share of the nation’s social and economic responsibilities, yet remain significantly underrepresented in many of the national institutions.
The ADC said its National Working Committee (NWC) reflects a deliberate effort to include women in leadership and stressed that empowering women is essential to strengthening Nigeria’s democracy.
He added that ADC is the only political party in Nigeria whose constitution explicitly reserves forty percent of all party positions to women.
“As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to commemorate International Women’s Day, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) celebrates the millions of Nigerian women whose labour, courage, and leadership sustain our nation every day.
“From the mothers who raise our communities, to the entrepreneurs who power our markets, to the headmistresses and teachers who educate our children, to the doctors and nurses who heal us, and the professionals who keep our society running, Nigerian women continue to carry a disproportionate share of the nation’s burden.
Yet when decisions about the future of our nation are made, women remain significantly underrepresented in positions of leadership.”
“Women are leaders. They are part of the structures that guide the party and shape its decisions. The composition of our National Working Committee reflects a deliberate commitment to ensuring that women are not pushed to the margins of politics, but are actively involved in leadership and decision-making.
“For the ADC, women are partners in nation-building. Across Nigeria, women carry enormous responsibilities in their homes, communities, and workplaces. Any political movement that is serious about building a better country must recognise and harness this strength.
“In this regard, on this 2026 commemoration of International Women’s Day, when leaders and institutions are re-committing themselves to investing in women under the theme #GiveToGain, the African Democratic Congress reaffirms our commitment to building a political culture where women are empowered to lead and participate fully in shaping the future of our country.”