Moses Paul, popularly referred to as Dr. Mo, has been announced as the official Chairmanship candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the upcoming local government elections for the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). Speaking to a varied audience of supporters, party officials, civil society leaders, and youth representatives at the ADC Secretariat in Area 2, Garki, Dr. Paul expressed his commitment to ushering in a new chapter of governance focused on grassroots participation in the capital’s leading council. “I am not here due to political godfathers,” he stated. I didn’t come here just to take up space. “I am here because AMAC is in disarray, and we must come together to rectify it,” he stated to enthusiastic applause. Dr. Paul’s arrival came after extensive discussions throughout the council’s wards—from Karu to Kabusa, Jikwoyi to Garki—positioning him as a champion for the neglected and a representative of community-centered leadership. In his acceptance speech, titled “The People’s Mandate, The Time for Change,” he criticized years of ineffective governance, expressing concern over the deterioration of public services such as schools, healthcare facilities, and markets. “The time for action has arrived.” This isn’t merely another campaign. “This represents a conscience-driven initiative, a hopeful mission, and a significant turning point for AMAC,” he stated. He promised extensive reforms designed to restore dignity and improve service provision for residents, emphasizing the importance of: Dr. Paul emphasized the need for well-operating public primary schools and skill acquisition centers in every ward. He encouraged young people, women, and the elderly in AMAC to actively participate in the political process by registering, organizing, voting, and protecting their votes. To his rivals, he proposed a focus on discussing ideas rather than resorting to insults, saying, “Let’s engage in policy debate, rather than incite fear.” “Allow the individuals to make their own choices.” He also urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to maintain impartiality and requested that civil society and the media monitor the proceedings closely. “This is not typical politics.”
