Maryam Shetty whose ministerial nomination was withdrawn while awaiting screening by the Senate last week, has thanked President Bola Tinubu for the honour of the initial nomination.
Shetty, in a statement over the weekend, attributed the setback to what she described as life’s ‘characteristic unpredictability’, adding the unexpected development was the will of Almighty Allah.
Kano-born Shetty’s nomination was withdrawn and replaced with Dr. Mariya Mahmoud.
In a post on her verified Facebook page, she said the nomination brought her immense honour as it represented a significant stride ”towards a more inclusive national representation,” especially coming from a conservative region like northern Nigeria.
In the post titled: “My Journey of Nomination, Withdrawal, and Hope: A Personal Account, she said: “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.
“Life, with its characteristic unpredictability, she said, led to the withdrawal of her nomination.
“To some, this could seem like a setback, but my faith as a devout Muslim guided my understanding. 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,” she said.
Despite withdrawing her nomination, she thanked President Tinubu for nominating her
“Even with this unexpected twist, my gratitude to President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for considering me for such an esteemed position remains undiminished.
“The journey doesn’t end here; I believe this is a mere stepping stone, and the best is yet to come. My resolve to serve my beloved country, Nigeria, in any capacity I can, is stronger than ever,” she said
She assured her “incredible supporters” that this is not an end, saying 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 better Nigeria. Together, let’s press ahead, united under our #WEBELIEVE campaign.
“It would be unfair of me here if I fail to acknowledge and appreciate the overwhelming support from international organisations and community, a lot have reached out, and I am completely dazed by it all,” she said.
