Following the recent development of withdrawing Maryam Shetty from the list of ministerial nominees by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Dr. Maryam said, "Life happened", saying she did not blame anyone nor hold grudges.
However, she stressed that this situation is a sign of hope for the young women that are capable of serving the Country, saying there's a high tendency of appointing them when the opportunity presents itself.
Shetty said she did not consider the development a setback, though; no reason was given for the decision to replace her.
In her words, ”I have found myself at the center of a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s political landscape. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in a move that brought me immense honor, chose me as a ministerial nominee.
Coming from the traditional, conservative regions of northern Nigeria, this represented a significant stride towards a more inclusive national representation.
“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.
“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. 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.”
