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  • Tallen seeks policies to encourage women in politics

    Tallen seeks policies to encourage women in politics

    Former Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs. Pauline Tallen, has called for more inclusive policies to encourage women  in politics.

    Tallen urged political parties to create more favourable conditions for women.

    Concerned about the low number of women in politics, Tallen noted many can stand with men, but require support.

    Speaking at a book launch in Abuja: From Margins to Mainstream: Navigating Gender Inclusiveness in Nigeria, Tallen also encouraged women to vote in Edo and Ondo elections.

    Tallen acknowledged efforts to include more women in the administration, but noted more needs to be done to achieve gender equality.

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    She praised First Lady, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, for aiding women, youth empowerment, and scholarships for children.

    In her remarks, the author, Princess Nikky Onyeri, said she wrote from her perspective, hoping the book will give people a cause to think about women and embrace them.

    Onyeri, gender advocate and politician, motivated by observing struggles of women’s groups,  noted the lack of progress in passing key gender bills inspired her to write the book.

    She hopes it will raise awareness and promote literacy on gender issues.

    Onyeri added she would use funds raised from the launch to donate copies and establish endowment fund for gender studies in universities.

  • Buhari at 81: Governors, Lalong, Kalu, Fayemi, Tallen, others eulogise ex-President

    Buhari at 81: Governors, Lalong, Kalu, Fayemi, Tallen, others eulogise ex-President

    Governors AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara), Umar Dikko Radda (Katsina), Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and Babagana Zulum (Borno) have poured encomiums on former President Muhammadu Buhari on yesterday’s celebration of his 81st birthday.

    The senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, former Labour and Employment Minister Simon Bako Lalong, ex-Senate President Ahmad Lawan, ex-Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi, former Women Affairs and Social Development Minister Pauline Tallen, and Katsina State House of Assembly Speaker Nasir Yahaya-Daura also felicitated the ex-President on his special day.

    In a statement yesterday in Ilorin, the state capital, by his Chief Press Secretary, Mallam Rafiu Ajakaye, the Kwara State governor, who is also the Chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF), described the ex-President as a leader with many outstanding accomplishments.

    AbdulRazaq said the former President symbolises humility, grit, calm, and patriotism.

    “He will be remembered for his giant strides in infrastructural transformation of Nigeria and his trail-blazing investments in retooling the Nigerian security architecture, especially the military,” the statement said.

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    A statement by his Chief Press Secretary Mohammed Kalau, which conveyed the message of the governor of Buhari’s home state, reads: “Governor Radda commends the enduring qualities that make former President Buhari an iconic figure, his unwavering commitment to honesty, fairness, and deep love for the nation.

    “The governor expresses his sincere hope for the former President’s continued good health and happiness on this momentous occasion.”

    Also, in a congratulatory message yesterday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu said: “Former President Muhammadu Buhari contributed immensely to Nigeria’s unity, growth and development, right from his youthful days till he bowed out of office as President on May 29, 2023, having served Nigeria passionately in different capacities as Minister of Petroleum Resources, Head of State and President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.”

    In a message on behalf of the government and people of Borno State, Governor Zulum said: “From his inaugural speech in 2015 to his actions till he left office, Buhari gave undivided attention to the fight against Boko Haram in Borno and the rest of the Northeast.”

    In a statement yesterday in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital, Kalu described Buhari as a selfless and a patriotic statesman who has passion for nation-building.

    For Lalong, the former President is a patriotic Nigerian who continues to inspire the younger generation.

    Also, in a birthday message at the weekend in Abuja, Lawan described Buhari as a remarkable leader who dedicated his life to the service of the country and left an enduring legacy.

    In her birthday message, Dame Tallen, who served under Buhari, acknowledged that the former President’s long-standing commitment to the country remained unwavering and legendary.

    “Yours has been a record of steadfast service to our nation at different political epochs: having served as a military officer, military governor, minister, military Head of State, and President of Nigeria,” she said.

    In a statement yesterday in Abuja by his media aide, Mallam Ahmad Sajoh, former Governor Fayemi said: “As President, HE Buhari was dedicated to the welfare of the Nigerian people and worked tirelessly to advance the nation’s development.

    “He became President at a difficult time in our nation’s history, at a time when insecurity was rife with bombings across the country, especially in Abuja, the nation’s capital. However, through his leadership, we witnessed a great turnaround as the insurgency was largely contained, giving Nigerians a respite.”

  • Gowon, a symbol of national unity, says Tallen

    Gowon, a symbol of national unity, says Tallen

    Former Minister of Women Affairs Dame Pauline Tallen has congratulated former Head of State Gen. Yakubu Gowon on his 89th birthday.

    Tallen in a statement in Abuja, described Gowon as Africa’s living legend, father and symbol of national unity.

    She also extolled Gowon’s attributes as an “elder statesman, passionate patriot, epitome of humility and honesty, a prayer warrior and rare gem, whose life is worthy of emulating by contemporary and future Nigerian leaders.”

    Tallen, former deputy governor of Plateau State said the state was proud of Gowon for doing the state and the nation proud, both as a patriotic military officer, who rose to the pinnacle of his career and an exemplary, visionary national leader.

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    She lauded Gen. Gowon’s relentless commitment to national service long after leaving office, his mobilizing of citizens towards prayer through his National Prayer Movement, as well as his continuous counselling to successive Nigerian and African leaders.

    “As a young man aged 32, God bestowed on you the leadership of this great country and you did not disappoint, as you successfully fought for the unity of Nigeria in its most critical civil war epoch, culminating in national reconciliation, reconstruction and rehabilitation.

    “You also built everlasting legacies like the establishment of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme, to foster national cohesion and unity among Nigeria’s diverse ethnic nationalities to reinforce her status as the Giant of Africa and Pride of the Black race.

    “Sir, on this auspicious occasion of your 89th birthday, I join your immediate family and millions of well-wishers across the globe, to celebrate with you, to thank God for His exceeding grace upon you, and wish you the best that life can offer you in the many years ahead.”