By Milcah Tanimu
In a surprising turn of events, Dr. Maryam Shettima Ibrahim, popularly known as Maryam Shetty, was unexpectedly dropped from the ministerial nominees’ list by President Bola Tinubu, just two days after her inclusion on Wednesday. She was replaced by Mariya Mahmoud.
Here are five key things to know about Maryam Shettima:
- Full Name and Background: Her full name is Maryam Shettima Ibrahim. She was born on April 8, 1979, making her 44 years old.
- Political and Social Activism: Maryam Shetty is a prominent political and social activist. She holds a leadership position in #WeBelieve, a support group for the All Progressives Congress (APC).
- Educational Achievements: Shettima graduated with a distinction in BSc Physiotherapy from Bayero University, Kano. She furthered her education and obtained an MSc in Sports Physiotherapy from the University of East London.
- Representation at the United Nations: Notably, Maryam Shetty had the honor of representing Nigeria at the United Nations General Assembly in the past.
- Mixed Public Reception: The news of her nomination sparked diverse reactions on social media. While some praised both Shetty and Tinubu for her nomination, others criticized the decision, leading to her eventual withdrawal as a ministerial nominee.