The chieftain of the opposition party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Showunmi has concluded arrangements to hold a a citizens-driven political movement, scheduled for Thursday July 3, 2025.
Penpushing reports that Showunmi in a video invitation circulated on social media explained that the movement is part of push to redefine political engagement and strength democracy in Nigeria,
The invitation tagged “The Alternative” said to be the town hall meeting South-West edition will take place, in Abeokuta, Ogun State and expected to draw participants from across the six South -West States.
Penpushing further reports that, former governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State said it is aimed at mobilising citizens toward a new political direction focused on inclusive development, public accountability, and people-centered governance.
The seasoned political strategist, said the town hall is part of a broader consultative drive by “The Alternative” to create a platform where Nigerians can openly discuss their concerns and shape the agenda for 2027 and beyond.
‘The South-West edition follows a successful series of town hall meetings already held in other geo-political zones, including Jos (North-Central), Kano (North-West), Bauchi (North-East), Port Harcourt (South-South), and Enugu (South-East)’, he wrote.
‘Each event had served as a platform for citizens to engage directly on issues of national importance and express their aspirations for a more responsive and accountable political system’, Sowunmi added.
Penpushing also reports that he stated that the meeting will be joined by other nationalists, thought leaders, and civic actors to discuss critical national questions and chart a path for credible leadership, active citizen participation, and the rebirth of governance driven by integrity, vision, and competence.
The former spokesperson of Atiku Abubakar political campaign urged young people, professionals, civil society groups and political thinkers across the region to attend, stating it is not just a gathering for politics, but for clarity of purpose
“We are not just gathering for politics. We are gathering for clarity, for purpose, and for a deliberate decision to shape the kind of leadership we want’, Showunmi emphasised
Penpushing reports that he added that the concept of an alternative platform is aimed at identifying and supporting quality candidates at the local level, stressing that this platform seeks to empower citizens to choose leaders who genuinely represent their interests, rather than relying on established political parties that may prioritize their own interests.
The political opposition chieftain emphasised that “The Alternative” was borne out of a deep dissatisfaction with the current political order and the urgent need to present a credible, visionary and people-conscious front.
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