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Democracy Day: Minister Felicitates Women, Families
Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has felicitated with Nigerian women, children, families and the vulnerable groups as the country marks her Democracy Day.
In a statement by her Special Adviser on Media & Publicity, Mr Jonathan Eze, the Minister congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and Nigerians, noting that the country’s future would be brighter when nobody is left behind.
Sulaiman-Ibrahim added that Nigeria was not only celebrating her past battles, but present progress under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who has renewed Nigeria’s democracy with hope, inclusion, and vision.
According to her, the President’s commitment to building a One Trillion Dollar Economy is not merely economic—it is transformational. It is unlocking doors for Nigerian women in leadership, in enterprise, in innovation, in governance, and across our financial architecture.
She affirmed that under her stewardship, the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs would continue to celebrate the gains while pushing for more enduring reforms.
“We have witnessed an unprecedented increase in budgetary allocations to the Ministry and its Parastatal, the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, signaling national recognition of the strategic role women and families play in national development.”
The statement reads in parts: “As we celebrate today, let the message be clear: Nigeria belongs to all of us. Our democracy is stronger when it is inclusive. Our future is brighter when no one is left behind. And our calling is higher when it is rooted in justice, dignity, and hope.
“Today, we raise our flag not just to the wind, but to the spirit of freedom. Today, we honour the courage that reclaimed our voice, the ballots that restored our will, and the democracy that now carries the dreams of over 200 million Nigerians; including the women who nurture, the children who hope, the families that build, and the vulnerable who must never be forgotten.
“Nigeria’s Democracy Day is more than a date; it is a declaration. A declaration that never again will silence reign where voices should rise.
That never again will might override right.
That governance must be by the people, for the people, and inclusive of all the people; especially those history too often pushes to the margins.
“On this day, we celebrate not just our past battles, but our present progress. Under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Nigeria’s democracy has been renewed with hope, inclusion, and vision. The President’s commitment to building a One Trillion Dollar Economy is not merely economic—it is transformational. It is unlocking doors for Nigerian women in leadership, in enterprise, in innovation, in governance, and across our financial architecture.
” We see women today leading as Chief Executives of major financial institutions, presiding over courtrooms as Justices, shaping futures in universities, and transforming policies in public service. This is no longer symbolic, it is structural. It is a testament to what democracy makes possible when it works for all.
“The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, under my stewardship, celebrates these gains while pushing for more enduring reforms. We have witnessed an unprecedented increase in budgetary allocations to the Ministry and its Parastatal, the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, signaling national recognition of the strategic role women and families play in national development.
“We proudly congratulate His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and Her Excellency, the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, for their inspiring leadership in advancing democracy, inclusion, and compassion. We also salute the leadership of the National Assembly, the State Governors and their spouses, and indeed, all Nigerians; especially the resilient and visionary Nigerian women, whose courage and tenacity continue to fortify the pillars of our democracy. Indeed, it is Women O’Clock in Nigeria, an era of recognition, elevation, and transformation.
“Our work remains anchored in the mandate to protect, empower, and uplift women, children, families, and vulnerable groups. But today’s democracy demands more than protection, it demands participation. We must all become architects of the Nigeria we seek.
” That is why we support the call for the renaming of the Ministry to reflect its expanded and integrated mandate, as the Federal Ministry of Women, Children, Families and Vulnerable Groups. The name must match the vision. The vision must match the need. And the need must guide the mission.
“Nigerian women are not bystanders in our democratic journey—they are defenders of democracy, builders of peace, keepers of resilience. From the marketplaces of Aba to the classrooms of Zaria, from the farms in Nasarawa to the courtrooms in Lagos, women continue to light the path forward.
“Nigerian children, too, are not voiceless. They are the voices of our tomorrow, calling us to build a nation where no child hawks under the sun when they should be learning under a roof, where no girl is robbed of her future through marriage before maturity, and no boy is lured into labour before literacy.
“Our families; the bedrock of any nation, must be supported with policies that secure livelihoods, strengthen care systems, promote mental health, and safeguard dignity.
“On this 2025 Democracy Day, let us recommit. Let us recommit to a democracy that works in the farms and the factories, in the homes and the hospitals, in the classrooms and the council halls. Let us recommit to a democracy where every woman counts, every child matters, every family belongs, and every vulnerable person is seen and served.
” Democracy is not an event; it is a daily covenant. Let us keep it alive, not just with laws, but with love. Not just with policies, but with purpose.
Not just with votes, but with values.
“As we celebrate today, let the message be clear: Nigeria belongs to all of us. Our democracy is stronger when it is inclusive. Our future is brighter when no one is left behind. And our calling is higher when it is rooted in justice, dignity, and hope.”
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The Vice Chancellor of Atiba University, Oyo, Professor Sunday Okeniyi, has enjoined the newly employed staff of the institution to develop the spirit of teamwork, respect, and discipline, which are the hallmarks of every successful institution.
Okeniyi disclosed this during the orientation programme for the newly employed staff of the institution.
While welcoming the newly employed staff, he also congratulated them on their successful appointment into the fast-rising institution. “Your joining us today is not by chance, but by merit, commitment, and the will of God. Atiba University is a citadel of learning and character formation, envisioned to nurture and produce men and women of excellence, integrity, and service. By becoming part of this family, you are now co-builders of this noble vision.”
The V-C said the orientation programme was a deliberate initiative of the management to formally integrate the new staff into the University system. “It is designed to give you a clear understanding of our mission, vision, core values, rules, and operational culture. Our goal is not just for you to work here, but for you to thrive, contribute meaningfully, and leave an indelible mark on the growth and transformation of this University.”
He explained that the university places a premium on academic excellence, innovative research, moral uprightness, and community development. These values define the identity and are the standards the staff must all uphold in their respective assignments—whether as academic staff shaping young minds or as non-teaching staff providing essential support services that make our work possible.
While admitting much needed to be done, Okeniyi said the institution has recorded remarkable progress within a short time. “The future we envision—a future of global competitiveness, leadership in innovation and knowledge, and impact within and beyond Nigeria—requires the collective commitment of every member of staff. That includes you. Your dedication, creativity, and professionalism are needed to propel us forward,” he said.
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This Is War, Kill Every Single One Of Them – Fani-Kayode Blows Hot Over Zamfara Mosque Massacre
Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has condemned the gruesome murder of five worshippers during an early morning prayer in Yandoto village, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
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Speaking via his 𝕏 account, he insisted that the killers should be wiped out, adding that there should be no room for discussions or negotiations.
Fani-Kayode asserted that the killers are terrorists not bandits and described their actions as an act of war.
He wrote: “These are not bandits. Pls stop calling them bandits. They are bloodthirsty killers and terrorists and every single one of them should be wiped off the face of the earth.
“If our people cannot worship God in peace then we have nothing. No negotiation, no discussion, no ransom payments, no rehabilitation.
“This is WAR. Kill every single one of them, wipe out their blood line and decimate their communities and abodes. There is no place on earth for those that slaughter innocent civilians.”
Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has accused Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of failing to address the escalating banditry crisis in the state.
Naija News reports that a deadly attack occurred on Sunday in Oke-Ode, Ifelodun Local Government Area, which left several residents and vigilante members dead.
Speaking via a statement on Monday, the Publicity Secretary of the party, Olusegun Olusola Adewara, described the massacre as “a despicable and senseless act.”
He blamed the governor for the insecurity situation in the state, noting that it is a monumental leadership failure.
Adewara said, “The gruesome videos of the casualties circulating online make it look like Kwara is now at war. Under AbdulRahman’s watch, terror is reigning, kidnappers are taking over rural villages, and nowhere is safe again.”
The opposition party faulted AbdulRazaq’s alleged silence and absence from the affected community, insisting that a responsible leader should have personally visited Oke-Ode to commiserate with victims’ families and give assurances of decisive action.
It further accused the governor of neglecting local vigilantes and security personnel “battling criminals in the bush,” while diverting funds to “footballers and entertainers outside the state.”
The PDP’s criticism comes amid rising concern in Kwara North, where repeated bandit attacks have forced residents to abandon farms, schools, and businesses.
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Nigeria @65: Atiku Knocks Tinubu’s Government In Strongly-Worded Independence Day Message; Details Emerge
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has praised Nigerians for what he described as “uncommon patience, endurance, and resilience despite living under suffocating socio-economic and security conditions”
In his Independence Day message to Nigerians, the opposition leader alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) administration had abandoned Nigerians to their fate
Atiku lamented that Nigerians were enduring pains from “raging insecurity, rising food scarcity, mass unemployment, and a dangerous climate of hopelessness all “compounded by the insensitivity of the APC-led administration
In an Independence Day message released by his media office, obtained by Legit.ng, Atiku lamented that Nigerians are enduring excruciating pains from raging insecurity, rising food scarcity, mass unemployment, and a dangerous climate of hopelessness.
The presidential hopeful accused the Tinubu administration of being insensitive to the plight of Nigerians.
Atiku declared: “It is tragic that in a country blessed with immense human and material resources, millions of our people have been reduced to refugees and beggars in their fatherland. Every responsible government holds the welfare and security of its citizens as supreme. But what we have today is an administration that has abandoned its people. Hunger is killing Nigerians, bandits are massacring communities, yet President Tinubu and his cabinet stand by, unmoved and uncaring.”
Furthermore, Atiku called on citizens not to lose faith, reminding Nigerians that the 2027 election provides a clear opportunity to reject bad leadership and reclaim the promise of a better tomorrow.
He said: “The beauty of democracy lies in the power of the ballot. Oppressed and battered as our people may feel today, they will have the chance to sweep away this inept government at the next polls. That is the power no cabal can take away from the people.”
At 65, Atiku noted, Nigeria remains “a giant moving painfully slow on feet of clay”.
The 78-year-old blamed Nigeria’s condition on “a direct result of decades of poor leadership and wasteful governance.”
He bemoaned: “Yet, he urged Nigerians to keep hope alive, insisting that with the right leadership, the country can still rise from the ashes of failed governance to reclaim its rightful place among the comity of nations.”
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