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COURTESY: Northeast Women in Politics Frontier Backs Taraba ALGON Chair, Demands Greater Female Inclusion in Governance.


By Jako Keke, February 12, 2026.

The Taraba State Chapter of the Northeast Women in Politics Frontier has paid a solidarity visit to the Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in the state, Hon. Moses Maihankali, pledging support for grassroots governance while pressing for stronger inclusion of women in political leadership.

The delegation, led by the State Chairperson of the group, Queen Moanya, visited the Chairman after his emergence as leader of the association. Maihankali also serves as Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Council.

Speaking during the visit, Queen Moanya said the group deemed it necessary to identify with the ALGON Chairman following what she described as a “well-deserved election,” noting that his emergence reflects growing confidence in his leadership capacity among local government stakeholders.

She said the visit was both congratulatory and strategic, aimed at strengthening collaboration between women’s political advocacy groups and local government authorities across Taraba State.

“We are here to felicitate with the ALGON Chairman on his election and to commend his leadership style and commitment to grassroots development,” she stated. “As an organization, we believe that effective local governance is key to democratic growth, and women must not be left behind in that process.”

Moanya emphasized that the Northeast Women in Politics Frontier remains committed to supporting all local government chairmen in the state, particularly in initiatives that promote inclusive governance, community development, and participatory leadership.

She used the occasion to call for deliberate policies and appointments that would expand opportunities for women at the local government level, stressing that women bring unique perspectives to governance, peacebuilding, and social development.

The group also applauded Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, describing him as a women-friendly leader whose administration has created more space for women to serve in public offices and decision-making roles.

According to her, “The increased visibility of women in governance in Taraba today is encouraging, and we urge political leaders at all levels to build on this momentum by ensuring more women are appointed and elected into key positions.”

Responding, the ALGON Chairman, Hon. Moses Maihankali, thanked the delegation for the visit and for their show of solidarity, describing women as critical partners in democratic governance and sustainable development.

He noted that greater women participation in politics and administration enhances transparency, accountability, and responsiveness in leadership.

“Women play a vital role in shaping responsible governance. Their participation strengthens institutions and deepens democratic values at the grassroots,” Maihankali said.

He assured the group that ALGON under his leadership would remain open to partnerships and advocacy efforts aimed at promoting gender inclusion and good governance across the 16 local government areas of Taraba State.

Maihankali further stated that his office would continue to welcome constructive ideas and policy suggestions from civil society and women-focused organizations to improve service delivery at the local level.

Political observers say the engagement highlights a growing push by women-led groups to influence governance structures from the grassroots, especially in Northeast Nigeria where inclusion and representation remain central to democratic consolidation.

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