Ex-presidential candidate urges inclusive development in FCT
Adewole Adebayo, a former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, has emphasized that the Federal Capital Territory was never meant to serve only the elite. Speaking at a campaign rally in Gwagwalada, he called on residents to use the upcoming Area Council election to demand better governance and equitable development. Khalid Bala-Gano, the SDP chairmanship candidate, also addressed supporters, highlighting the importance of grassroots participation and practical policy solutions. Both leaders stressed the need for voters to prioritize competence and integrity over ethnicity or financial incentives.
Key takeaways
- Adewole Adebayo stated that the FCT was designed to offer equal opportunities and infrastructure for all Nigerians, not just the wealthy.
- He highlighted ongoing disparities between affluent districts and satellite towns like Gwagwalada, where residents face inadequate public services.
- Adebayo urged voters to focus on candidates’ character and service, rather than on religion, ethnicity, or money.
- Khalid Bala-Gano described the campaign as focused on addressing infrastructure, healthcare, education, and security issues in Gwagwalada.
- Both leaders encouraged peaceful participation in the election, emphasizing that change begins at the grassroots level.
