Monica Yahaya promises change with women in Gombe leadership
A governorship aspirant, Monica Yahaya, has announced her intention to contest the Gombe State governorship election under the Peoples Democratic Party. She highlighted her background in community development and her commitment to empowering women and youths. Monica Yahaya emphasized the need for inclusive leadership and pledged to address key issues like water supply and social welfare. She also noted the support she is receiving from both women and men who are eager for change in the state.
What we know
- Monica Yahaya declared her ambition to run for governor after obtaining her nomination form at the PDP secretariat in Gombe.
- She stated that her years of working with rural women inspired her to seek the governorship position.
- Monica Yahaya criticized the current level of women’s inclusion in state leadership and promised to prioritize women, youths, and social welfare if elected.
- She mentioned that female aspirants received waivers on nomination forms, paying only for the expression of interest.
- Addressing challenges in Gombe, she pledged to improve water availability and create opportunities for youths to reduce idleness and social vices.
