History was made in the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) as Hon. Ummul-Kalthum Olajumoke Yusuf clinched the councillorship seat for City Centre Ward, becoming the first and only female councilor in the current council composition.
Yusuf, who contested on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), secured victory at the conclusion of the area council elections, drawing commendation from party stakeholders, youth groups and women advocates across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Her emergence comes amid the APC’s broader electoral success within AMAC, but political observers say her win carries deeper significance beyond party lines. In a council historically dominated by male representation, Yusuf’s election signals a shifting tide in grassroots politics and growing acceptance of women in leadership positions.
Supporters describe her as a committed advocate for community service, inclusive governance and youth participation. Many see her victory as emblematic of the increasing influence of young, vibrant leaders shaping local governance structures.
Stakeholders note that her presence in the council chamber is expected to amplify conversations around gender inclusion, social development and citizen engagement at the ward level.
As congratulatory messages continue to pour in, residents of City Centre Ward express optimism that Yusuf’s tenure will usher in responsive representation and renewed focus on community-driven development initiatives within AMAC.
