Nigeria needs a Mother's led Leadership

✅ 1. FULL INTERVIEW  FOR ADA KATE UCHEGBU (PRESIDENTIAL ASPIRANT)

Theme: A New Nigeria With a Mother’s Touch

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INTRODUCTION — “Tell us about yourself and why you are running for president.”

Thank you for having me.

My name is Ada Kate Uchegbu, an author, media professional, humanitarian advocate, and a believer in a New Nigeria that works for every citizen — not just a privileged few.

I am running for president because I believe Nigeria is at a turning point. We have tried the same style of leadership for decades — strongmen politics, recycled leaders, and policies disconnected from ordinary people. It is time for a new direction.

Nigeria needs a Mother’s Touch — leadership that is compassionate but firm, strategic but humane, and committed to national healing and security.

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SECTION A — CORE QUESTIONS

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Q1. Why do we have fewer women in the National Assembly?

Nigeria has fewer women in the National Assembly because our system was never designed with women in mind.

Women face:

Limited access to funding

Hostile political environments

Cultural stereotypes

Political violence

Party bias

Media discrimination

Women are not lacking competence — they are lacking equal opportunity.

This must change.

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Q2. What challenges do female politicians face?

Major challenges include:

Gender discrimination

High nomination form costs

Lack of godfather networks

Security risks

Cultural beliefs limiting women’s public leadership

Party structures designed around men

These barriers do not reflect our abilities — they reflect the structure of our politics.

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Q3. Do you support the 30% affirmative action?

Absolutely — yes.

I support 30% and believe Nigeria should aim for 35–40% representation, in line with global standards.

Affirmative action is not a favour to women — it is justice.

Women deserve equal space in leadership.

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Q4. What is your vision for Nigeria?

My vision is a New Nigeria With a Mother’s Touch, focused on:

SECURITY

Defeat terrorism & banditry

Strengthen intelligence and surveillance

Protect women, children & farmers

Community policing reform

ECONOMY

Support SMEs, women & youth entrepreneurs

Build local production capacity

Stabilize the naira

Job creation through manufacturing & tech

HEALTHCARE

Universal health access

Modern hospitals

Maternal & child health priority

EDUCATION

Digital learning

Vocational training

Reintegration of out-of-school children

WOMEN & YOUTH

Leadership opportunities

Funding access

Nationwide mentorship

A mother does not abandon her children — and I will not abandon Nigerians.

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Q5. Does the Electoral Act favour women?

Not fully.

The Electoral Act improved transparency, but women still struggle with:

High cost of forms

Intra-party bias

Political intimidation

Reforms must include safety, affordability, and real inclusion.

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Q6. Is Nigeria ripe for a female president?

Nigeria is more than ripe — we are overdue.

Look at banking, universities, civil society, technology — Nigerian women excel everywhere.

The only place we are missing is the highest office.

The nation is ready.

Women are ready.

History is ready.

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Q7. Rate the current government.

Economy: Inflation and poverty remain high. Many Nigerians cannot meet basic needs.

Security: Kidnapping, terrorism, and communal conflicts continue.

Infrastructure: Progress exists but is too slow for a population of over 200 million.

Nigerians deserve better.

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✅ 2. PRESS KIT FOR ADA KATE UCHEGBU PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN

Official Bio (Short)

Ada Kate Uchegbu is a Nigerian author, media executive, humanitarian advocate, and presidential aspirant championing a New Nigeria With a Mother’s Touch — a governance model rooted in compassion, accountability, security, and economic renewal.

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Campaign Slogan

“A Mother’s Touch. A New Nigeria.”

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Campaign Pillars (for media)

1. Security & National Healing

2. Economic Empowerment for Women & Youths

3. Affordable Healthcare & Education

4. Good Governance & Anti-Corruption

5. Inclusive Leadership Across All States

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Press Contact

Ada Kate Uchegbu Presidential Campaign Office

Email: adakatep@gmail.com

WhatsApp Group: Women Coordinators (36 States)

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✅ 3. DEBATE PREPARATION BRIEF

Your strongest debate strategy:

✓ Speak calmly and confidently

✓ Use facts, but always return to people-centered leadership

✓ Emphasize security, economy, and compassion

✓ Repeat your central message: Nigeria needs a Mother’s Touch

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Killer One-Liners for Debate

“Nigeria does not lack resources — Nigeria lacks responsible leadership.”

“If women can feed the nation, they can lead the nation.”

“Security is not a privilege; it is a right.”

“A mother fights for all her children — that is the leadership Nigeria needs.”

“We cannot continue recycling leaders and expect new results.”

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✅ 4. SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS FOR EACH ANSWER

(Short + powerful)

Post 1 — Women in Politics

Nigeria has fewer women in the National Assembly not because women lack ability — but because the system excludes them.

This must change.

#NewNigeria #AdaKate2027

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Post 2 — 30% Affirmative Action

I support the 30% affirmative action for women — and Nigeria should aim for 40%.

Equality is not a favour; it’s a right.

#WomenInPolitics

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Post 3 — Vision

My vision is clear:

A safer Nigeria, a stronger economy, and leadership with a Mother’s Touch.

#AMothersTouch #Hope2027

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Post 4 — Is Nigeria ready for female leadership?

Nigeria is not only ready — Nigeria is overdue.

Women lead everywhere else; it’s time to lead the nation.

#FemalePresident #AdaKateUchegbu

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Post 5 — Security

A nation without security cannot prosper.

We will end terrorism using intelligence, technology, and strong community partnerships.

#SecureNigeria

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