The Digest:
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reaffirmed its commitment to gender inclusion by reserving 40 per cent of all party positions for women across every level, National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi announced in an International Women's Day statement. Abdullahi said the ADC is "the only political party in Nigeria whose constitution reserves 40 per cent of all party positions, at every level, for women." He noted that Nigerian women carry a disproportionate share of social and economic responsibilities but remain significantly underrepresented in national institutions. The party's National Working Committee composition reflects a deliberate commitment to ensuring women are not pushed to political margins. "In the ADC, women are leaders. They are part of the structures that guide the party and shape its decisions," Abdullahi stated, adding that empowering women politically and economically is essential to strengthening Nigeria's democracy and ensuring inclusive governance.
Key Points:
- The 40% constitutional guarantee sets ADC apart from other Nigerian parties.
- The policy aims to move women from "margins to the center" of political leadership.
- The statement acknowledges women's disproportionate burden in Nigerian society.
- The commitment extends across all levels of party structure, not just national.
- The IWD message frames women's empowerment as essential for national development.
Sources: Party Statement
