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2027 election: Group honours Etsu Nupe, Minister of Women Affairs, 19 others
By Wumi Tewogbade, Abuja
The League of Women Voters of Nigeria (NILOWV) at the weekend honoured the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar and 19 other distinguished Nigerians for their contributions to advancing gender inclusiveness and promoting the Reserved Seats for Women Bill across the country. com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js">
NILOWV honored them at its
concluding 2025 Annual General Meeting, National Conference, and Founders’ Day/Awards Night with renewed calls for collective action to strengthen women’s inclusion in politics, governance, and leadership at all levels.
Speaking, the Etsu Nupe and Chairman of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, who received the “Ambassador of Nigerian Women and Champion of Diversity and Inclusion Award”, described NILOWV’s advocacy as “a light at the end of the tunnel for women in Nigeria.”
“Right from the time I heard about this organisation,” he said, “I became very, very comfortable that, yes, there’s light at the end of the tunnel in Nigeria for women. You are doing a very noble job in this struggle; you are actually actively participating and contributing your own quota for the development of human folk in the country.”
He said the inclusion of women in governance was essential to national growth, noting that “if you can govern very well in our homes, there’s nothing stopping you from governing the whole country. Every home in this country is being governed by women effectively and successfully, and so they can contribute even better at the national level. So we should give them the opportunity to also participate in the act of governance.”
The royal father urged women not to relent despite economic and political challenges, assuring that “we will continue to be with you, pray for you, and it shall allow you to achieve your desired objectives by the grace of God. I believe strongly, whatever you can do at your own level, you can equally do even better at the national level. So continue to struggle, and on our own part, will continue to be with you.”
Receiving an award as an “Icon of Gender Inclusiveness and Supporter of the Reserved Seats Bill”, the National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Alhaji Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, challenged women to “first believe in yourself—you can’t win any fight if you don’t win within. You must believe you can for you to drive it.”
“Women constitute about 50 per cent of the population of this country; no man wins election without the woman. Vote yourself, support yourself, and remember—you are not fighting the men; we are complementing one another.”
Dantalle emphasised that the struggle for representation begins from within, urging women to find strength in solidarity.
“When you believe in yourself and in one another, the world begins to believe in you,” he said. “God did not create women to be servants to men but to complement them. You can’t have a better society when women are behind.”
Representing the Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Mrs Ola Erinfolami conveyed the minister’s goodwill message, stating:
“…She’s passionate about NILOWV. She prays that God will grant Dame Esther Uduehi many more years and give President Irene Awuna-Ikyegh wisdom to carry on this assignment. God will bless Nigeria, and God will bless all women.”
In a tribute to NILOWV’s Founder, Mrs Esther Uduehi, the President of NILOWV, Mrs Irene Awunah-Ikyegh, lauded her for her lifelong commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.
While recalling that she founded the League to mentor and foster solidarity among women advocating for their rights after participating in the Beijing Conference 30 years ago, Awunah-Ikyegh described her as “a visionary leader whose seed will not die.”
Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Nikky Onyeri, appreciated the awardees and partners for their support, noting that the League’s vision would be incomplete without legislative reforms that ensure equitable representation.
She called for “concerted support from all quarters for the passage of the Reserved Seats Bill, which is central to deepening democracy and women’s voices in governance.”
The League of Women Voters of Nigeria seeks to economically and politically empower women while fostering solidarity among women advocating for their rights.
For nearly three decades, NILOWV has remained a rallying platform for women’s civic participation, advocacy, and leadership development.
Through partnerships, mentorship, and legislative engagement, the League continues to galvanise national support for women’s inclusion in politics and governance, building on its founder’s vision of equality and empowerment.
The Founders’ Day celebration, which climaxed the three-day national conference, reaffirmed NILOWV’s commitment to transforming women’s voices and votes into instruments of democratic victory and sustainable national development.
Among other recipients were the Conservator General of Nigeria, Dr Ibrahim Goni, and the Director-General of the Maryam Babangida National Women Development Centre, Dr Asabe Vilita Bashir, who was honoured as an Icon of Gender Inclusiveness and NILOWV Amazon of Democracy.
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June 12: Ajia Congratulates Tinubu, AbdulRazaq, Calls for Youth Inclusion and Grassroots Development
By AbdulRahman Obaje
The chieftain of the APC in Kwara state , Alhaji Ibrahim Mohammed Ajia, Ph.D, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and the Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, on the occasion of Democracy Day 2026 Celebration and the third years anniversary of their administrations. js">
This is contained in a statement he personally signed and made available to journalists on Friday in Abuja, Ajia described June 12 as a historic symbol of Nigeria’s democratic struggle, resilience, and collective aspiration for good governance.
Ajia commended President Tinubu for demonstrating courage in implementing reforms aimed at repositioning the nation’s economy, improving infrastructure, attracting investments, and strengthening key institutions of government. He noted that the administration has laid important foundations for long-term national development.
While acknowledging these efforts, he urged the President to pay greater attention to the pressing challenges confronting ordinary Nigerians. According to him, the hopes and aspirations of citizens remain the strongest mandate of any democratic government.
The Ilorin-born security expert further called for intensified efforts to secure lives and property across the country and encouraged the President to deepen youth inclusion in governance by appointing more competent young Nigerians into strategic decision-making positions. He noted that Nigeria’s youthful population represents a vital resource for innovation, nation-building, and sustainable development.
Ajia also advocated the continuation of inclusive economic policies capable of empowering local contractors, entrepreneurs, small businesses, and investors, while ensuring that the benefits of governance are felt more directly at the grassroots.
The philanthropist and business leader equally congratulated Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on the achievements recorded in Kwara State, particularly in the areas of infrastructure, education, healthcare, youth empowerment, social investments, and public sector reforms.
He, however, urged the governor to devote greater attention to ward-level and community-based development projects that would create employment opportunities and empower indigenous contractors, local businessmen, women, farmers, and young entrepreneurs across the state.
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He stressed the need for reconciliation among aggrieved party members and stakeholders to consolidate unity and ensure the party’s continued electoral success in Kwara State.
According to him, June 12 reminds Nigerians that democracy thrives when leaders listen, citizens actively participate, and governance reaches every community, including the most remote wards.
He reaffirmed his support for both the Federal and the Kwara State Governments and expressed optimism that Nigeria would continue to advance under responsive, inclusive, and people-oriented leadership.
Ajia wished President Tinubu, Governor AbdulRazaq, and all Nigerians a peaceful and memorable Democracy Day celebration, praying for greater unity, security, progress, and prosperity for the nation.
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n a congratulatory message signed by his Director of Communications and Strategy, Mallam Abdulrahman Aliagan, and made available to journalists in Abuja, Dr. Ajia said the Emir’s choice reflects his deep understanding of the religious, cultural, and spiritual aspirations of the Ilorin people.
He noted that the appointment has been widely welcomed across the Emirate, earning the acceptance and admiration of both the elderly and the youth, while resonating with the collective conscience of the entire community.
According to Dr. Ajia, the emergence of Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki through a transparent and rigorous selection process demonstrates the Emir’s commitment to merit, integrity, and the preservation of the rich Islamic heritage of Ilorin. He added that the appointment has further strengthened public confidence in the Emir’s leadership and his dedication to promoting unity, peace, and religious harmony within the Emirate.
Dr Ajia, while congratulating the new Chief Imam on his well-deserved elevation, he described Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki as an accomplished Islamic scholar, teacher, and community leader whose academic credentials, spiritual discipline, and years of service to Islam have prepared him adequately for the revered position.
He expressed confidence that the new Chief Imam would provide exemplary leadership and continue to advance Islamic scholarship and moral guidance among the faithful.
“On behalf of my family, associates, and well-wishers, I congratulate Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Dasuki Imam Fulani on this historic appointment and commend His Royal Highness, the Emir of Ilorin, for making a decision that has united the people and inspired widespread confidence across the Emirate. This appointment is a testament to the enduring values of scholarship, piety, humility, and service that have long defined the Ilorin tradition,” Dr. Ajia stated.
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He also prayed for the continued peace, stability, and prosperity of the Ilorin Emirate under the leadership of the Emir, urging the Muslim faithful to support the new Chief Imam with prayers and cooperation as he assumes the important responsibility of providing spiritual leadership to the Muslim Ummah.
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Advocacy For Youth Leadership in Governance, Nigeria (AYLGN) has conferred the Proficiency Management Leadership Global Award on Chief Sabua Rekiya Isa, CEO and Founder of Sabua Cares Foundation. adsbygoogle || []).push({});
Chief Sabua Rekiya Isa who also holds the Traditional title of “Ebule Attah Igala” USA, was recognized as the “Most Outstanding, Competent, Quintessential, Resourceful, Experienced, Renowned & Digital Philanthropist in the 21st Century.”
The award was received on her behalf by the National Coordinator of Sabua Cares Foundation, Comrade Usman Bashiru, who led some Executive members of the Foundation to the event.
Comrade Bashiru in his speech, thanked AYLGN for honouring the founder’s modest humanitarian efforts, noting that Chief Isa has been funding all her philanthropic activities alone.
He appealed to organizations and well-meaning individuals to partner with the Foundation to scale impact on the poor and downtrodden, adding that the Foundation is open to collaborations that will touch lives positively.
Chief Sabua Rekiya Isa who joined the event via Zoom from New York, expressed gratitude to AYLGN for the honour and dedicated the award to God, widows, downtrodden women, and youths.
Presenting the award, AYLGN National Coordinator, Comrade Ajinomoh Abiodun, Mnin, said the nomination followed a joint resolution of the organization’s Board and Executive Council after a critical assessment of Chief Isa’s career, public service, and humanitarian work.
In a letter dated 2nd June, 2026, signed by Comrade Ajinomoh and Secretary General Comrade Ajayi Nike Grace, AYLGN described Chief Isa as a “trans-generational philanthropist of international standard” with “global recognition on youth development,” citing her integrity, charisma, and result-oriented leadership.
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