Nigeria Needs Capable Leaders, Says NDC Senate Aspirant Dodo as He Seeks Nasarawa North Seat

An NDC stakeholder and frontline senatorial aspirant for Nasarawa North Senatorial District, Duba Ishaya Dodo, has expressed concern over the economic hardship, political instability and the calibre of candidates seeking elective offices, stressing that Nigeria needs leaders with the capacity and experience to effectively represent the people at the National Assembly.

Dodo made the declaration while speaking with journalists shortly after the North Central stakeholders’ interactive meeting. He stated that he possesses the prerequisite qualities needed to represent the zone at the National Assembly in 2027.
The aspirant explained that his decision to join the newly registered political party was influenced by the party’s ideology and the foundation upon which it was built, adding that he saw great prospects in the NDC even before notable political figures began joining the platform.
“I am very comfortable with my movement to the party even before the political figures came in. I saw the prospects in the party, so I moved,” Dodo declared.
Expressing satisfaction with the activities and growing acceptance of the party across the country, Dodo urged Nigerians to de-emphasise ethnicity, religion and political favouritism while electing their representatives in order to strengthen the National Assembly and other organs of government.
Speaking on his ambition to represent Nasarawa North Senatorial District, Dodo maintained that anyone aspiring to elective office must have confidence in their ability to provide quality leadership.
“When you ask if I have the capacity, I feel everyone that wants to vie for any political position has the capacity. So, for me to come out to fight for the position of the Senate, I believe strongly that I have the capacity. I know I have the capacity,” he stated.
The NDC aspirant noted that the party remained committed to people-oriented governance and would prioritise improving the welfare of Nigerians if voted into office.
According to him, the party’s slogan, “Service to the People,” reflects its commitment to impactful leadership rather than empty political promises.
“We are not just singing songs, we are talking about exactly what we are going to do once we get to office,” he said.
Dodo further stressed the need for leaders whose policies directly impact citizens’ lives instead of focusing solely on physical infrastructure.
“What my national leader says is that if your service is not affecting the lives of people, it ends up in bricks and mortar. People concentrate more on bricks and mortar and forget about the people. But NDC is here to service the people,” he said.
The senatorial hopeful also called on voters across the zone to embrace the NDC as a credible alternative capable of addressing Nigeria’s challenges.
“This party is new, so people should be open to new ideas. NDC is here to stay. NDC is the only party available to save Nigeria from drowning. With the activities of the party, I will say that I am very much impressed,” he added.
“We have given them the opportunity to show us what they have done,” he said.
Quoting former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, Dodo said Nigeria requires urgent reforms and responsible leadership.
“What His Excellency Peter Obi said yesterday is that if you tell me everything is okay, then I don’t think I will work with you because Nigeria is not okay. Nigeria is not working and NDC is here to fix Nigeria,” he said.
He urged Nigerians to support the NDC in its mission to restore the country to what he described as its glorious past.
“Let us fix Nigeria and bring Nigeria back to those old days that we always make reference to and honour the sacrifices of our fallen heroes,” Dodo added.
He also advised electorates against selling their votes during elections, warning Nigerians to be wary of what he described as fake promises from politicians.