Ex-Council Boss Declares for Reps Seat, Promises Inclusive, Results-Driven Representation
By Uangbaoje Alex, Kaduna
A former Administrator of Jaba Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Hon. (Dr.) Nita Byack George, has formally declared her intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat for Zangon-Kataf/Jaba Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections under the platform of the All Progressives Congress.
Speaking during her declaration at the APC Party Office in Zonkwa, George said her decision was driven by a strong sense of duty, years of grassroots engagement, and the urgent need to deliver practical governance.
“I have not come merely to declare an ambition; I have come to answer a call — one rooted in my record of service, the urgency of our times, and the political moment before us,” she said.
Highlighting nearly two decades of community engagement, George pointed to her track record in peacebuilding, women empowerment, and infrastructure development as proof of her readiness for higher responsibility.
She cited initiatives such as the farmers/herders peace treaty, which promoted dialogue and reduced communal tensions; the Sha’ruwa Lafia Project, which improved access to clean drinking water; and Taimakon Jarin Mata, a programme focused on women’s economic empowerment.
According to her, her experience as a local government administrator showed that governance can be “disciplined, accountable, and close to the people.”
The aspirant described her declaration as one focused on “execution, not just aspiration,” noting that the decision of the incumbent lawmaker to contest for a Senate seat has opened space for tested leadership to emerge.
While reaffirming support for the Reserved Seats Bill aimed at boosting women’s representation, she stressed that inclusion must begin immediately through capable candidates who can win elections and deliver results.
George identified key challenges facing the constituency, including gaps in infrastructure, education, healthcare, youth empowerment, and economic growth, pledging to address them through legislation and effective representation.
Outlining her agenda, she said her candidacy is anchored on three priorities: supporting existing leadership to succeed, translating policies into tangible projects, and strengthening democratic representation.
She aligned her vision with the “Renewed Hope Agenda” of Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Uba Sani, particularly in advancing gender and youth inclusion.
“If entrusted with this mandate, I will ensure our voices are heard at the national level and that governance is brought closer to our people,” she said.
She pledged to champion laws to enhance security, expand economic opportunities, and provide structured support for youth and women.
Appealing to party stakeholders and constituents, George called for unity to secure victory for the APC, urging women to mobilise as partners in governance and encouraging men to embrace inclusion as a strategic necessity.
She also addressed young people and persons with disabilities, assuring them that her campaign would prioritise their needs through policies and budgetary provisions that create real opportunities.
The declaration followed the commissioning of her campaign office in Kwoi and the inauguration of her campaign structure, including the Team Nita Network (TNN).
George called on the people of Zangon-Kataf/Jaba to support her candidacy, promising responsive and impactful representation.
“I am ready to serve, and with your support, we will achieve greater things together,” she said.
