President Bola Tinubu withdrew his nomination of Dr. Maryam Shetty for a cabinet position, but she has stated that she is still ready to serve the nation.

Prior to the screening of ministerial nominees on Friday, Senate President Godswill Akpabio stated that President Tinubu had withdrew Shetty’s nomination and replaced her with Mariya Mahmoud, who is also from Kano state.

According to reports, Shetty was informed of the situation when she showed up for the screening at the national assembly building.

Shetty said in a statement on Saturday that receiving the nomination made her feel incredibly honoured and proud.

She also expressed her gratitude to the president for giving her consideration for a ministerial position, stating that despite the unexpected turn in the road, her trip was far from over.

“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.”

“The journey doesn’t end here; I believe this is a mere stepping stone, 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 further expressed her commitment to the nation, while urging her supporters to pray and stand behind the president.

“I would like to assure my incredible supporters that this is not an end, 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.

“My nomination may have been withdrawn, but my hope is unwavering. As I have often stated, ‘Hope is not lost; maybe I will come back again.’

“This phase of my life has instilled in me a deeper sense of resilience, faith, and the value of service beyond titles and positions. It has reaffirmed my belief in the potential for change and in the inherent greatness of Nigeria. The dream is still alive, and my commitment to our nation remains steadfast,” she added.