Centre LSD Empowers Women Politicians Ahead of 2027 Elections

The African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Centre LSD) conducted a training session for female politicians in Abuja, focusing on political leadership, strategy, and collective action ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dr. Otive Igbuzor, the founding executive director of Centre LSD, expressed concerns about the ongoing marginalization of women in Nigeria's political landscape, citing barriers such as discriminatory political structures, unequal access to campaign financing, political violence, and harmful social norms.

The training is part of the 24-month Women Can Lead Project aimed at enhancing women's leadership and political influence. Igbuzor urged participants to transition from mere political participation to exercising meaningful influence over governance decisions.

He stressed the importance of building networks and alliances among women and with men committed to gender equality. The success of the program will be measured by the political effectiveness of women and their ability to secure leadership opportunities and influence decisions.