ABUJA: Women in Edo State have signalled strong political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general election, declaring their readiness to rally support for President Bola Tinubu while affirming that women remain the bedrock of society.
The Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, Edo State, Mrs. Edesili Anani Okpehbolo, made the declaration in Abuja after receiving an award presented to Governor Monday Okpehbolo by the group, Dynamic Women for Tinubu.
Receiving the award on behalf of the governor, Mrs. Okpehbolo described the recognition as affirmation of his commitment to women’s inclusion and empowerment.
“On behalf of His Excellency, I say thank you to the Dynamic Women. It’s a testament that the Governor is a ‘He-for-She,’ and he is here to support women in every aspect,” she said.
She noted that the Edo State Government has created enabling platforms for women to thrive, particularly under its SHINE Agenda, which she said prioritises inclusion across all sectors of governance.
“There’s inclusion in every aspect of government. So it’s a good award and we’re grateful. Thank you to Dynamic Women,” she added.
Asked whether the award was meant to spur the governor to do more, she responded: “To whom much is given, much is expected. Definitely, yes.”
Projecting towards 2027, Mrs. Okpehbolo emphasised the decisive voting strength of women, noting that they account for between 51 and 60 percent of electoral participation.
She said that women were prepared to mobilise massively.
“We’re here for 2027. The women have assured His Excellency that we will knock on every door, march on every street, and speak to anybody we can to say our hopes are renewed and we will continue on that path,” she stated.
She pointed to what she described as gains in healthcare, agriculture and women’s empowerment, expressing confidence in the administration’s political future.
“If you look back, you realise that the economy is stable in the aspect of health care, agriculture, and the women have been empowered. It’s all saying 2027 is settled, as we always say in Edo State,” she said.
Reaffirming the pledge of support from women in the state, Mrs. Okpehbolo added: “We have already promised 2.5 votes. It’s settled.”
