In the dynamic and often turbulent waters of Nigerian politics, loyalty is a currency that many trade, but only a few truly possess. Among the few whose commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains beyond reproach is the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim. Her trajectory within the party has been one of consistent hard work, strategic leadership, and an unwavering belief in the vision of the APC leadership at all levels.
However, recent political developments in Nasarawa State, specifically the defection of her brother, Hon. Abdul-Aziz SK, to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), have provided fodder for political detractors. These individuals, driven by mischief and a calculated attempt to smear a hard-earned reputation, are attempting to conflate the personal political decisions of an independent adult with the standing of the Honourable Minister. It is, therefore, imperative to set the record straight and separate the wheat from the chaff.
Hon. Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim shes not just a member of the APC; she is a leader who has worked tirelessly for the party’s success in previous elections and continues to put in maximum effort to ensure a resounding victory in 2027. Her track record in various capacities—from her time at NAPTIP to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and now as the Minister of Women Affairs—reflects a dedicated public servant whose primary focus is the advancement of the Renewed Hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the strengthening of the APC.
She holds no iota of doubt about the party’s direction or the decisions taken by its leadership. Her loyalty is not a matter of convenience but a core principle that guides her political and professional life.
To attempt to hold the Honourable Minister accountable for the political choices of her brother is not only unfair but intellectually dishonest. Hon. Abdul-Aziz SK is an adult, a former lawmaker, and a man capable of making his own decisions. His political journey, characterized by frequent shifts, is entirely his own and bears no reflection on the Minister.
A quick look at the political trajectory of Hon. Abdul-Aziz SK reveals a pattern of independent, albeit inconsistent, choices that stand in stark contrast to the stable career of the Honourable Minister. Here is the history of her brother’s political affiliations, which underscores his autonomy and the distinct nature of his political path.
In 2019 General Elections, Hon Abdul-Aziz contested and won the State House of Assembly on the platform of SDP and later defected to APC,
In 2023 General Elections, he vied for the House of Representatives, Karu, Keffi, Kokona Federal Constituency under the umbrella of Action Alliance (AA) and lost, he rejoined APC and was later appointed SSA to the Governor
In the line-up to 2027 General Elections, Hon Abdul-Aziz also aspired for same House of representatives on the platform of APC and lost at the Primary Election, shortly after which he leaves the party and rejoined SDP.
Is evident from this historic breakdown that Hon. Abdul-Aziz SK operates on his own political frequency. His frequent migrations between parties are a testament to his personal political strategy, which has never been aligned with the stable and principled path trodden by his sister.
The attempt to link the Minister to her brother’s defection is a classic “guilt by association” tactic employed by those who are intimidated by her rising profile and her influence within the APC. These detractors seek to create a false narrative of “divided loyalty” where none exists,
Aligning the Honourable Minister with the actions of a brother who has consistently contested in opposition parties is a reach that falls flat in the face of facts. If she were to be influenced by his choices, she would have wavered long ago. Instead, she has remained a constant star in the APC firmament, even when her brother was actively campaigning against the party in 2019 and 2023.
Hon. Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim remains focused on her mandate and her commitment to the APC. She is a bridge-builder and a grassroots mobilizer who understands that the party’s strength lies in unity and steadfastness.
The General Public and Party Faithful should disregard the antics of mischief-makers. The Honourable Minister’s loyalty to the APC is non-negotiable, and her brother’s political odyssey is his own cross to bear. As we approach 2027, the focus should remain on the collective success of the party, a goal to which Hon. Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim is seeing fully and irrevocably committed. In fact she’s one of the highest benefactor of the party in Nasarawa State.
Written by;
Comr Jaafar Loko, Chairman NYCN/Coalition of Youth Group in Nasarawa State..
In the dynamic and often turbulent waters of Nigerian politics, loyalty is a currency that many trade, but only a few truly possess. Among the few whose commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains beyond reproach is the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim. Her trajectory within the party has been one of consistent hard work, strategic leadership, and an unwavering belief in the vision of the APC leadership at all levels.
However, recent political developments in Nasarawa State, specifically the defection of her brother, Hon. Abdul-Aziz SK, to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), have provided fodder for political detractors. These individuals, driven by mischief and a calculated attempt to smear a hard-earned reputation, are attempting to conflate the personal political decisions of an independent adult with the standing of the Honourable Minister. It is, therefore, imperative to set the record straight and separate the wheat from the chaff.
Hon. Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim shes not just a member of the APC; she is a leader who has worked tirelessly for the party’s success in previous elections and continues to put in maximum effort to ensure a resounding victory in 2027. Her track record in various capacities—from her time at NAPTIP to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and now as the Minister of Women Affairs—reflects a dedicated public servant whose primary focus is the advancement of the Renewed Hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the strengthening of the APC.
She holds no iota of doubt about the party’s direction or the decisions taken by its leadership. Her loyalty is not a matter of convenience but a core principle that guides her political and professional life.
To attempt to hold the Honourable Minister accountable for the political choices of her brother is not only unfair but intellectually dishonest. Hon. Abdul-Aziz SK is an adult, a former lawmaker, and a man capable of making his own decisions. His political journey, characterized by frequent shifts, is entirely his own and bears no reflection on the Minister.
A quick look at the political trajectory of Hon. Abdul-Aziz SK reveals a pattern of independent, albeit inconsistent, choices that stand in stark contrast to the stable career of the Honourable Minister. Here is the history of her brother’s political affiliations, which underscores his autonomy and the distinct nature of his political path.
In 2019 General Elections, Hon Abdul-Aziz contested and won the State House of Assembly on the platform of SDP and later defected to APC,
In 2023 General Elections, he vied for the House of Representatives, Karu, Keffi, Kokona Federal Constituency under the umbrella of Action Alliance (AA) and lost, he rejoined APC and was later appointed SSA to the Governor
In the line-up to 2027 General Elections, Hon Abdul-Aziz also aspired for same House of representatives on the platform of APC and lost at the Primary Election, shortly after which he leaves the party and rejoined SDP.
Is evident from this historic breakdown that Hon. Abdul-Aziz SK operates on his own political frequency. His frequent migrations between parties are a testament to his personal political strategy, which has never been aligned with the stable and principled path trodden by his sister.
The attempt to link the Minister to her brother’s defection is a classic “guilt by association” tactic employed by those who are intimidated by her rising profile and her influence within the APC. These detractors seek to create a false narrative of “divided loyalty” where none exists,
Aligning the Honourable Minister with the actions of a brother who has consistently contested in opposition parties is a reach that falls flat in the face of facts. If she were to be influenced by his choices, she would have wavered long ago. Instead, she has remained a constant star in the APC firmament, even when her brother was actively campaigning against the party in 2019 and 2023.
Hon. Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim remains focused on her mandate and her commitment to the APC. She is a bridge-builder and a grassroots mobilizer who understands that the party’s strength lies in unity and steadfastness.
The General Public and Party Faithful should disregard the antics of mischief-makers. The Honourable Minister’s loyalty to the APC is non-negotiable, and her brother’s political odyssey is his own cross to bear. As we approach 2027, the focus should remain on the collective success of the party, a goal to which Hon. Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim is seeing fully and irrevocably committed. In fact she’s one of the highest benefactor of the party in Nasarawa State.
Written by;
Comr Jaafar Loko, Chairman NYCN/Coalition of Youth Group in Nasarawa State..