Dr. Moses Paul, popularly known as Dr. Mo, the Chairmanship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2026 AMAC (Abuja Municipal Area Council) election, has stirred conversations across political and civic spaces with a bold declaration aimed at redefining the role of elected leaders in the country.
In a strongly worded statement released earlier this week, Dr. Mo stated:
> “Nigeria is not a monarchy. No Governor is a warlord, and certainly, no State in the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a private estate. ✊🏿”
— ©Dr. Moses Paul, ADC Chairmanship Candidate, FCT 2026
This assertion has resonated deeply with citizens and activists alike who are increasingly vocal about the need for accountable governance, decentralization of power, and grassroots development.
Widespread Support Gathers Momentum
Prominent figures within civil society and political movements have rallied behind Dr. Mo’s candidacy and vision.
Comrade Amina Zakari, coordinator of the Abuja Youth Civic Front, commended the ADC candidate’s courage:
> “Dr. Mo is saying what millions are thinking. The era of impunity and entitlement by political elites must end. AMAC deserves a leader who sees governance as service not dominion.”
Barr. Chuka Ogbonnaya, a human rights lawyer and constitutional advocate, lauded the statement as timely and necessary:
> “This is a direct challenge to the feudalistic tendencies that have undermined local government autonomy in Nigeria. I stand with Dr. Mo — his words echo the frustrations of every Nigerian who wants true federalism.”
Even within opposition circles, some have quietly admitted that Dr. Mo’s clarity of message is unsettling the status quo. A senior political analyst, Bola Adebayo, noted:
> “What sets Dr. Moses Paul apart is that he speaks truth to power without fear. His campaign isn’t just about winning AMAC, it’s about setting a new democratic tone in the FCT.”
Since his emergence as ADC’s chairmanship candidate, Dr. Mo has continued to garner attention for his community-driven initiatives and his focus on youth empowerment, technology integration, and transparent governance.
His slogan, “Leadership with Dignity, Development with Integrity,” is quickly becoming a rallying cry for young voters and urban professionals in the capital.
With 2026 fast approaching, Dr. Mo’s rising popularity and unapologetic stance suggest that the race for AMAC may turn out to be the most watched local election in the country a referendum on the future of local governance and people-centered leadership in Nigeria.
