The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Umar Damagum, on Friday expressed hope that the next president of Nigeria should be a woman, alleging that men have let down the current generation of Nigerians.
Damagum who was represented by the PDP National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, said this in Abuja on Friday.
He made this known during the PDP International Women’s Day 2024 celebration at the party’s national headquarters.
IWD, which is celebrated on March 8 annually, is a global event that celebrates women’s achievements in social, economic, cultural, and political realms, while also inspiring diverse activities worldwide, bringing communities together to recognise women’s accomplishments and champion their rights to equality.
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The official theme of this year’s celebration, according to the United Nations, is: “Invest in Women: Accelerate progress,” while the PDP’s sub-theme was: “Empowering Women and Girls for Political Leadership.”
According to PDP leadership, the sub theme arises from the urgent demand and campaign for increased female presence in politics.
In his address, Damagum stressed the significant role of mothers and women, stating that it cannot be overstated, arguing that the PDP has been the sole party providing opportunities for women to succeed.
He said: “The significance of mothers and the role of women cannot be overstated.
“Let me be sincere with you, I pray and hope that, even if not in our generation, one day a woman will become the president of this country.
“I say this with utmost sincerity and from the depth of my heart because I believe that the men have failed this generation.
“In politics, that’s why the founding fathers of PDP recognise the importance of women.
“Today, in Nigeria, no matter how you look at it, PDP is the most democratic party in Nigeria and Africa.
“It’s the only party that provides women with the opportunity to aspire to any position without having to buy any form.
“We do this to encourage women.”
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