A group of 226 prominent political leaders from Northern Nigeria has formed an organization called the League of Northern Democrats (LND) to revitalize the region’s political and economic influence in Nigeria. Led by Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, Umar Ardo, and Hon. Emmanuel Jime, the group comprises former governors, federal lawmakers, and businessmen which include Alhaji Tanko Yakasai, Sen. Ibrahim Ida, PhD, CON (Wazirin Katsina); Kabir Tafida (Sarki Fadan Sokoto); Falalu Bello; Dr. Jamilu Isyaka Gwamna (Sardauna Gombe); Emmanuel Jime and Mohammed Kumalia.
Others are Malam Salihu Lukman, Amb. Usman Sarki, Engr. Dallaji Noah, Prof. Usman Yusuf, Muktari Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Aminu Shehu Shagari, and Murtala Shehu Yar’adua (Tafidan Katsina).
The LND aims to prioritize the political unity of Northern Nigeria, fostering a sense of community and solidarity among its diverse members. The organization plans to reach out to former Heads of State, vice presidents, Senate presidents, Speakers of the House of Representatives, and other key stakeholders to achieve its mission.
The group has resolved to organize a Northern Nigerian Political Summit in Kaduna to discuss the region’s political future, economic development, and security challenges. The summit will bring together leaders, thinkers, and influencers to chart a new course for the North.
According to Senator Shekarau, the LND’s primary concern is the development of Northern Nigeria, focusing on education, security, unity, and good governance. The group will establish seven committees to produce a document outlining the aspirations of the people, which will serve as a guiding principle for elected leaders.
Umar Ardo emphasized that the LND is focused on addressing the pressing issues of insecurity, hunger, starvation, poverty, and economic development, rather than appointments. The organization seeks to bring about transformative changes in the North and Nigeria through determination, collaboration, and strategic action.
