Ministerial nominees: My removal by Tinubu divine will of Allah — Maryam Shetty

<p>Kano ex-ministerial nominee, Dr Maryam Shetty has broken her silence over her withdrawal as ministerial nominee saying even with her withdrawal he is grateful to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for considering her a ministerial nominee in the first place.</p>, <p>She also maintained that her withdrawal does not end her aspirations but has given her hope.</p>, <p>In a statement she issued today in Kano, on Saturday, she said, “I have found myself at the centre of a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s political landscape. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in a move that brought me immense honour, chose me as a ministerial nominee.</p>, <p>“Coming from the traditional, conservative regions of northern Nigeria, this represented a significant stride towards a more inclusive national representation.</p>, <p>She posited, “The sheer joy and pride I felt at my nomination were beyond words. It was a validation of my capabilities, a nod to my vision, and a sign that our great nation was ready to embrace a future where young women like me, even from the most traditional parts of Nigeria, can hold positions of influence and power.</p>, <p>“Yet, life, with its characteristic unpredictability, led to the withdrawal of my nomination. To some, this could seem like a setback, but my faith as a devout Muslim guided my understanding.</p>, <p>” I saw it as the divine will of Allah, who I believe grants power as He wishes when He wishes. His plans are always superior to ours.</p>, <p>“Even with this unexpected twist, my gratitude to President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for considering me for such an esteemed position remains undiminished.</p>, <p>“The journey doesn’t end here; I believe this is a mere stepping stone, the best is yet to come. My resolve to serve my beloved country, Nigeria, in any capacity I can, is stronger than ever.</p>, <p>“I would like to assure my incredible supporters that this is not an end, it is the dawn of a new era I urge all of us to continue praying for our nation and to stand behind our president as he strives to bette