By Yusuf Abdulkadri
Throughout history, women have played vital roles in holding their communities together, often carrying the weight of responsibility on their shoulders.
Despite facing numerous challenges and obstacles, these women have demonstrated unwavering strength, resilience, and dedication to the well-being of those around them.
One such woman is the Honourable Minister of Police Affairs, State, Hon Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim who represents the good people of Nasarawa in the cabinet of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
As a minister, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has been delivering her mandate which has reflected on the goodwill enjoyed by Mr President as the first female Police minister.
Apart from her deliverables, the Minister is always at the beck and call of her people in the state knowing fully that sovereignty and legitimacy emanate from the people.
Some of the key contributions to her communities since taking an appointive position in government include the following;
*Provided scholarship opportunities to indigenes of the State for both local and international graduate and postgraduate studies.
*Created employment opportunities for women and youth at federal government Ministries, Departments, and Agencies
*Support the enlistment of Nasarawa State indigenes into the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil in Kano State
*Empowerment of over 500 women and youth in skill acquisition in Nasarawa State for self-reliance.
Other recent achievements in the last 1 year in her Policy leadership role as the Minister of State for Police Affairs include:
* leading an ambitious Renewed Hope Police Reform program, to strengthen internal security in Nigeria.
*Supporting a fast-tracked delivery of the National Criminal Data Fusion Center (NCDFC) for the Nigeria Police Force, which is at an advanced stage of completion
*Championing a strategic shift towards community policing to improve the overall safety and security of our communities.
*Secured commitment to technical assistance and funding from various partners locally and internationally for strengthening the NPF.
*Launched the Young and Secure Project in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, to build trust and promote the relationship between the youth and the Police.
Minister Imaan has demonstrated unwavering commitment, compassion, and kindness, inspiring countless individuals and transforming lives.
Her selflessness is evident in her tireless efforts to support the less privileged, promote education, and foster community development.
Her door is always open, offering a listening ear and a helping hand to those in need.
Her leadership has brought people together, bridging gaps and promoting unity.
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Through her initiatives, she has empowered young minds, supported families, and uplifted the community’s spirit.
Her selflessness is a beacon of hope, reminding us that one person can make a difference.
There are plans for more empowerment in Nasarawa Eggon, Keffi, NASARAWA, Lafia, among others.
The people have always felt the kindness of this great woman and hardly will she turn anyone down as long as your requests are genuine and within the ambit of what she can do.
Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim’s position as Minister of State, Police Affairs also limits what she can do in terms of publicity. As a trained security and Human Resources personnel, the majority of her exchanges with the people are discreet just as she is bound by her office to be diplomatic, especially on matters of security.
But she has consistently lifted many especially women and youths from the state and has on many occasions assisted them to be self-sufficient.
Not much can be captured in this piece because of confidentiality but the individual guests, groups that daily throng her office and the number of appreciation plaques that decorates her office are testament to the fact that her kind gestures are appreciated by the people.
As a minister, just last week, Nasarawa had the privilege of hosting the second edition of the nationwide community policing town hall meeting which was widely attended. The occasion was also preceded by a huge empowerment of the people by the Honourable Minister with the communities dancing and praising her for uplifting them.
Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim is a strong advocate of fostering inclusivity and diversity. She encourages representation, participation, and equal opportunities for all segments of the community. She builds relationships, listens to concerns, and responds to needs, ensuring that the community feels heard and valued.
And she will do more for her people and her larger constituents, Nigeria by implementing policy frameworks that will position the Nigerian Police Force as the best in Africa.