In a country where the voices, talents, and resilience of women continue to shape communities and economies, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has emerged as a determined advocate for empowering Nigerian women. Through her leadership and policy direction at the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, she has focused on creating opportunities that allow women not only to participate in national development but also to lead it. Her approach goes beyond rhetoric. Sulaiman-Ibrahim has consistently emphasised practical initiatives that support women’s economic independence, education, and social protection. Just by strengthening programmes that promote entrepreneurship, skills development, and access to resources, she is helping…
Author: Wale Adedayo
The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the rehabilitation of the Keffi-Nasarawa-Abaji Road (Phase Two), describing it as a landmark initiative that strengthens Nigeria’s unity, economic vitality, and national development. The minister emphasised that this strategic 129.3-kilometre corridor, connecting Nasarawa State to the Federal Capital Territory, is a vital artery for trade, governance, and social integration. She hailed the project’s approval by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) as a testament to the President’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to nation-building. According to Sulaiman-Ibrahim, the road is more…
Women Affairs Minister Bags Vanguard 2025 Honour for Reform-Driven Leadership The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has been named the only female minister to receive the prestigious Vanguard 2025 Award, in recognition of her leadership and reform-driven performance since her appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The award is scheduled to be presented on April 24, 2026, at Eko Hotel & Suites. According to Vanguard’s March 2, 2026 edition, the honour reflects the Minister’s transformative impact and visible contributions to national development. The newspaper described Sulaiman-Ibrahim as a “go-getter,” drawing comparisons with notable global figures such as Geraldine Ferraro…
The Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu continues to gain traction in the social and green economy sectors as the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, under the leadership of Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, launches transformative empowerment initiatives for women nationwide. Through strategic MoUs under the Green Economy Empowerment 774 (GEE774) programme, the ministry is set to deploy 10,000 electric tricycles across all local government areas, creating sustainable livelihoods, expanding access to clean transportation and directly aligning with Nigeria’s Net-Zero 2060 climate commitment. The initiative demonstrated a bold shift from traditional empowerment models to productivity-driven economic inclusion, positioning women as…
The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, is seeking a strategic partnership with the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority (OGFZA) to expand women’s economic empowerment across the country. The proposed collaboration focuses on clean cooking solutions, inclusive energy transition, and sustainable livelihood opportunities, key areas that directly affect millions of Nigerian women, especially in rural and agro-based communities. OGFZA manages Nigeria’s oil and gas free zones, which have attracted over $50 billion in investments and are designed to drive industrialisation, technology transfer, job creation, and human capital development. By linking women-focused programmes to these zones,…
PBAT’s Vision and Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim’s Digital Revolution Are Redefining Women’s Economic Power Under the forward-looking leadership of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria’s reform agenda is steadily taking shape through strategic investments in people, technology, and inclusive growth. One of the most compelling drivers of this transformation is the dynamic work of Imaan Sulaiman‑Ibrahim, whose digital empowerment initiatives for women are not only changing lives but also reinforcing the APC’s commitment to building a modern, innovation-driven economy. This is the Renewed Hope Agenda in action, practical, measurable, and future-focused. Digital innovation has become the cornerstone of her intervention. By deploying technology-powered platforms…
The bold demand for an improved budget for the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development by Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim is more than a fiscal appeal, it is a strategic alignment with the inclusive development vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. At the heart of the Renewed Hope Agenda is the promise that no segment of society will be left behind, and the minister’s insistence on adequate funding reflects a determination to translate that promise into measurable impact for millions of Nigerian women and vulnerable groups. During her presentation before the Senate Committee on Women Affairs, Sulaiman-Ibrahim exposed…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of 2026 as the Year of Families and Social Development is more than a policy announcement; it is a philosophical statement about the kind of nation Nigeria intends to become. At a time of global uncertainty and domestic socioeconomic strain, the President has chosen to return governance to its most fundamental unit, the family, recognizing it as the true bedrock of national security, economic productivity, and social cohesion. This decision represents a decisive evolution in public policy thinking. Rather than treating social welfare as a peripheral or reactive function of government, the Tinubu administration…
The 27th Oba-Oke Day celebration in Osun State emerged as a powerful convergence of traditional authority, political leadership, and community stakeholders united around a shared vision of peace, investment, and sustainable development. The event reflected the growing grassroots alignment with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emphasizing infrastructure renewal, economic diversification, youth empowerment, and community-driven growth. At the heart of the celebration was a clear message from the Oloba of Oba-Oke, Oba Adam Bamidele Iyiola Yusuf Esutola II, who underscored peace as the foundation of development. His call for harmonious relations with neighbouring communities and…
The Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has emerged as a defining voice in Nigeria’s social development landscape, distinguished by a leadership style that blends empathy with decisive action. Her work reflects a deep understanding that governance is ultimately about people, especially the most vulnerable. Through strategic advocacy, proactive interventions, and inclusive partnerships, she has continued to set a high standard for responsive and impact-driven public service. A core pillar of her leadership has been her unwavering commitment to child protection advocacy. HM Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has proactively intervened in critical child rights matters, including advocating for the rights…