We are social/welfare democrats in Nigeria and across the African continent.

Motivated by the resilient spirit of Nigerians, from the richness of the Niger Delta to the Sahel resilience, from the West coast’s aquatic splendour to the Sahara’s stillness, a mirror for solitude.

Conscious of the enduring socio-political and economic challenges confronting our people;

Challenged by the erosion of public trust in governance, and the dwindling patriotic spirits;

Believing in the power of community, solidarity, and grassroots democracy to transform society;

Rejecting the false choice between growth and equity, and affirming that national development must be measured by thriving communities and better quality of life - not corporate profits;

Determined to foster solidarity across ethnic, religious, and generational lines -rejecting divisions, and embracing our common humanity and heritages as African;

Enthused by

1. The vision of a united, prosperous, and inclusive Nigeria;
2. The legacies and history of our past and present courageous and selfless community builders and transformative leaders, who dared to reimagine the possibility of a Nigeria of enduring and widespread prosperity;
3. Our resilience, the richness of our diverse tapestry, cultural solidarity, and the collective aspiration for a future defined by dignity, opportunity, and shared prosperity
4. Our historic struggles for democracy, justice, and equality - from anti-colonial movements to pro- democracy groups.

Recognising that,

1. Our nation is endowed with profound promise, vast wealth, and potential, but stifled, by inequality, ethnic and tribal loyalty and the enduring shadows of colonial and foreign ethos and values;
2. The challenges of our time demand collective courage and unwavering commitment to progressive values in our polity.
3. Our nation stands at a pivotal moment in history - grappling with profound challenges, yet brimming with unmatched potential.
4. True democracy cannot flourish amid mass disillusionment, widespread poverty, dwindling nationalistic fervours, and that democracy remains hollow without food, healthcare, education, and shelter.
5. There is an urgent need for transformative leadership, accountable governance and people-centred policies.