*Insists in on-the-spot offenders punishment, saying “you can’t do that in America”
By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna
A Nigeria -US based Humanitarian expert, Chief Temitope Ajayi, widely known as Mama Diaspora, has expressed shocks over what transpired in Nigeria’s Humanitarian ministry which led to the suspension of minister Betta Edu.
While she lauded President Bola Tinubu over the step taking so far against those suspected to be involved, Chief Ajayi however added that there could hardly any genuine accountability without immediate punishment for offenders anywhere in the world.
His Royal Highmess (HRH) Queen Mother Amb Amina Temitope Labinjo Ajayi JP Mama Diaspora,
the financier of the ‘Concerned Nigerian Women and Young Adults Movement”, in support of Bola Tinubu’s 2023 Presidential ambition, made the assertions in a chat with our correspondent.
An accomplished Accountant and Entrepreneur, Chief Ajayi who had at various times been described by many as all round Humanitarian international figure owing to her track records in America, insisted that application of immediate punishment after investigation is key to checkmating corruption amongst public servants.
“Her Royal Majesty (HRM), Chief Ajayi, is the first female Nigerian beneficiary of three American President’s Volunteer Service Award recipient”, Coordinators of the Movement, Abdul Usman and Mrs. Janet A. Attah have revealed.
Abdul Usman and Mrs. Janet Attah also stated, “She’s an expert with years’ of experience in global humanitarian services and charity, according to a statement issued by the groups leaders in northwestern Nigeria, obtained by our Kaduna correspondent.
“HRM Temitope Ajayi was conferred (2019 Gold Award), The White House, Washington/Trump Award 2020, as well as Joe Biden administration.
Chief Ajayi was also appreciated by the awarding institutions: “On behalf of our great Nation, I thank you for your service to fellow Americans and those most in need.
“Through your dedicated service, you have ensure the continuation of America’s unparalleled commitment to improving the lives of others”, the volunteer’s Services’, it stated.
It added that “Over this past years, you have served as a model of the American spirit. Your many hours of service have strengthened the bonds of cooperation and trust that bring people together, while helping to address some of the greatest challenges of our time.
“One of our Nation’s greatest strengths remains the compassion of our everyday citizens, who give so willingly of themselves and their lives for the benefit of others.
“Each generation of hardworking and kindhearted volunteers helps to write a new chapter of American greatness, and our Nation is proud for your commitment to this honorable tradition.
“As we reflect on your many acts of kindness and charity over this past year, our Nation draws inspiration from those who answer the call to help their communities and our Nation.
“With your continued efforts to build on our Nation’s culture of service, America will proudly remain a land of freedom and opportunity for all.
“Thank you for your enduring commitment to serving your community and our Nation. I trust that you will continue to work for the betterment of others and an even stronger future for the
American people”, it maintained.
The suspension has ignited serious conversations around world with Mama Diaspora and United State of America, US- based Nigerian women international held on Tuesday 9th January 2024, where she said “Such thing cannot happen in America”. details to be release later.
