Women Group Demands Justice as Peace Samson Faces Swearing-in Delay

Will Peace Samson Be Denied? Women Demand Her Swearing-in in Adamawa

Why is a woman being made to fight for a role that’s already hers by law?

That’s the question stirring emotions in Adamawa State as the Adamawa Advocates for Women Inclusion (AAWI) demands the immediate swearing-in of Mrs. Peace Samson Audu as the new Chairperson of Fufore Local Government Area.

Following the unfortunate death of the council’s former chairman, Peace, who was elected as vice chair, is constitutionally positioned to take over. But instead of a seamless transition, as prescribed by law, her rightful assumption of office now hangs in the balance.

AAWI isn’t keeping quiet.

In a press release issued to newsmen, the group called on the Adamawa State Government and relevant authorities to respect the rule of law, uphold democratic values, and end the delay in swearing in Mrs. Audu.

“In this moment of transition, we must uphold the constitution and democratic values that guarantee seamless governance and equity,” the group stated.

Quoting directly from Nigeria’s constitution and local government law, AAWI pointed out that there’s no confusion about what should happen when a council chairman dies while in office.

“The Adamawa State Local Government Law and relevant provisions of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) are clear: in the event of the death or incapacitation of a local government chairman, the vice chairperson is to be sworn in to assume office in an acting or substantive capacity. There is no ambiguity in this provision,” the statement added.

The group also extended condolences to the family of the late chairman and the people of Fufore, stressing that leadership must continue without discrimination or manipulation.

But their statement goes beyond legal interpretation—it’s a cry against marginalization.

AAWI called on civil society organizations, media practitioners, and the general public to remain vigilant and amplify calls for justice and inclusion. According to them, what’s at stake is not just the future of one woman, but the dignity of every woman in governance across Nigeria.

“We urge all political actors to refrain from actions that undermine democratic institutions and marginalize women in governance,” the group warned.

To many observers, this is a test for Adamawa—a state with a female senator, a female acting governor in its past, and women actively contributing to governance. Denying Peace Samson the chairmanship would deal a serious blow to that reputation.

The stakes are high. The law is clear. The people are watching.

So the question remains: Will Peace be sworn in—or will justice be denied?