The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has extended heartfelt felicitations to Nigerian women, children, families, and vulnerable groups as the nation celebrates Democracy Day 2025. In a statement issued by her Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Jonathan Eze, the Minister congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian people, affirming that Nigeria’s future will be brighter when no one is left behind.
Sulaiman-Ibrahim emphasized that the June 12 commemoration is not only a tribute to past struggles but also a celebration of ongoing progress under President Tinubu’s administration. She described the President’s commitment to building a $1 trillion economy as transformational—unlocking new opportunities for women in leadership, business, governance, and innovation.
The Minister highlighted significant developments in her ministry, noting a historic increase in budgetary allocations to both the Ministry and the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development. She said this reflects national recognition of the critical role women and families play in driving sustainable development.
“Today, we raise our flag not just to the wind but to the spirit of freedom,” she declared. “Our democracy is stronger when it is inclusive. Our future is brighter when no one is left behind. And our calling is higher when rooted in justice, dignity, and hope.”
Sulaiman-Ibrahim underscored the visible progress made by Nigerian women in various fields—from executive boardrooms to courtrooms, classrooms, and farmlands. She stated that these advancements are no longer symbolic but structural, demonstrating what inclusive democracy can achieve.
She used the opportunity to advocate for the renaming of the Ministry to reflect its evolving mandate, proposing it be called the Federal Ministry of Women, Children, Families, and Vulnerable Groups.
“Nigerian women are not bystanders in our democratic journey—they are defenders of democracy, builders of peace, and keepers of resilience,” she noted. “Our children are not voiceless. They are the voices of our tomorrow, calling us to build a just and inclusive nation.”
Sulaiman-Ibrahim reaffirmed her ministry’s commitment to empowering women, children, and families while urging all citizens to take active roles in building a democracy that delivers for every Nigerian—regardless of background or status.
“Our democracy must work not just in Abuja, but in the farms, homes, schools, hospitals, and markets across this country. It must work for every woman, every child, every family, and every vulnerable person,” she said.
She concluded with a call to national unity and purpose: “Let us recommit to a democracy that is alive—not just in law, but in love; not just in policies, but in purpose; not just in votes, but in values.”
“Happy Democracy Day, Nigeria. Let the bells of freedom ring in every home, every heart, and every horizon.
ADEOLA KUNLE
