Aisha Yesufu Advocates for Mayor in Abuja Governance

Aisha Yesufu, a prominent human rights activist, has expressed her belief that Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, needs a mayor rather than a minister to lead its governance. Yesufu's statement was made on Friday, shortly after the elections for the six area councils in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

She criticized the current system, suggesting that the appointment of a minister as the executive head of the FCT is ineffective and does not align with the needs of the residents. Yesufu's comments reflect a broader call for local governance structures that are more representative and responsive to the community's needs, as she argues that the current approach mimics the American system of governance but does so incompletely.

Her advocacy is part of a larger movement aimed at enhancing local governance and accountability in Abuja.