By Samson Adeyanju
Hon. Amb. Constance Jacobs (001), a respected community advocate and ambassador, has declared her intention to contest for the position of Councillor representing Usuma Ward, Kubwa, in the Bwari Area Council of the FCT under the Accord Party in 2026.
Renowned for her integrity, empathy, and pragmatic approach to governance, Jacobs said her aspiration is driven by a passion for service and a desire to promote inclusive development at the grassroots.
Speaking on her guiding principle, she emphasized that “leadership is service, not privilege.”
She noted that her focus, if elected, would be on empowering women and youths through vocational training, mentorship, and enterprise support; improving infrastructure; and fostering community-driven development.
Jacobs’ campaign message, “At Your Service 001,” underscores her readiness to provide accountable and people-centered representation.
She pledged to ensure transparency, security collaboration, and environmental cleanliness across Usuma Ward, describing her ambition as a call to transform local governance through unity and purpose.
With years of experience in advocacy and community service, Jacobs affirmed her belief that effective leadership begins with listening and acting for the people.
“I am offering myself to serve, not to be served. My goal is to make Usuma Ward a model of participatory and inclusive governance,” she said.
Observers describe her candidacy as a refreshing step toward responsive grassroots leadership in the FCT, reflecting the Accord Party’s values of unity, progress, and accountability.
If elected, Hon. Amb. Constance Jacobs hopes to bring transformative energy and a people-first approach to the Council, ensuring that every resident of Usuma Ward has a voice in governance.
