Former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has reiterated his belief that effective leadership must be deliberate, inclusive and fair, describing inclusiveness as central to good governance in Nigeria.

Tambuwal said the theme of his 60th birthday colloquium, “Leadership, Service and Statesmanship,” reflects his long-held views on the responsibility of leaders to ensure broad representation in government.

Reflecting on his tenure, he noted that this philosophy shaped key policy decisions, particularly efforts to expand the participation of women and youths in governance.

He said his administration broke with tradition by appointing three female commissioners to key and sensitive ministries, rather than limiting women’s roles to the Ministry of Women Affairs.

Tambuwal also disclosed that at least three female councillors were appointed in each local government area, with about five in Tambuwal Local Government Area alone, bringing the total number of female councillors in the state to 71.

According to him, his government further appointed seven female Permanent Secretaries and nine female Directors-General, alongside several women who served on boards and as special advisers and assistants.

“Inclusiveness was pursued deliberately and reflected in our decisions at all levels of governance,” Tambuwal wrote in a post on X.

He maintained that inclusive governance remains essential to nation-building and the achievement of sustainable national development in Nigeria.