Nami pledges people-centred governance, inclusive development in Niger
Nami pledges people-centred governance, inclusive development in Niger
By Mohammed Umar
Alhaji Mohammed Nami, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Niger, has pledged to pursue people-centred governance that prioritises economic opportunities, quality education, accessible healthcare, security and inclusive development across the state.
Nami made the commitment while outlining his vision ahead of the 2027 governorship election, anchored on the philosophy, “People First, Progress Always.”
He said his vision was to place citizens at the centre of governance by ensuring that government policies and programmes translated into tangible improvements in their lives.
According to him, Niger State has enormous human and natural resources which, if properly harnessed through purposeful leadership and an enabling environment for investment, could be transformed into sustainable prosperity.
Nami said his administration would focus on creating jobs and empowering young people, women, farmers, entrepreneurs and other productive segments of society.
He identified agriculture, solid minerals, water resources and the state’s strategic location as key areas capable of driving economic growth.
He said his vision was to reduce overdependence on government employment by creating an environment where businesses could grow, industries thrive and citizens develop sustainable livelihoods.
The PDP candidate identified education as a major pillar of his proposed administration, describing it as critical to breaking the cycle of poverty and preparing young people for the future.
He promised to strengthen basic and secondary education while expanding access to tertiary, technical and vocational training.
Nami stressed that poverty or geographical location should not prevent any child in Niger from accessing quality education, adding that young people must be equipped with practical skills to compete effectively in a knowledge-driven economy.
On healthcare, Nami pledged to strengthen primary healthcare services, maternal and child health programmes, preventive medicine and access to medical services, particularly in rural communities.
He also identified security as a prerequisite for sustainable development, saying farmers must access their farms without fear, children attend schools safely and businesses operate in a peaceful environment.
He called for stronger collaboration among government, security agencies, traditional institutions and local communities.
On infrastructure, Nami said roads, electricity, water supply, drainage and transportation remained essential to economic development.
He promised particular attention to rural infrastructure to facilitate the movement of agricultural produce, connect farmers with markets and reduce post-harvest losses.
Nami said responsive and accountable governance would be central to his administration, stressing the need for regular engagement with citizens, civil society organisations, professional bodies, traditional institutions, youth and women groups.
According to him, participatory governance would enable government to identify challenges early and respond effectively to the needs of the people.
Nami said his vision was not limited to articulating policies but focused on translating them into measurable programmes and projects capable of improving the living conditions of citizens.
He said the performance of any government should ultimately be measured by tangible outcomes, including jobs created, schools improved, healthcare strengthened, businesses supported, communities developed and citizens empowered.
Nami said his vision was to unite the people of Niger around a common aspiration of shared prosperity, irrespective of political affiliation, ethnic or religious considerations or geographical location.
He reiterated his commitment to the philosophy, “People First.
Progress Always,” saying his political aspiration was not merely to win an election but to provide a new direction for Niger, empower communities and create opportunities for every citizen.
