Gbemisola Saraki

Gbemisola Ruqayyah Saraki (born 3 May 1965) is a Nigerian politician who served as the Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development of Nigeria since 6 July 2022 till 29th May 2023.[3] She served earlier as the Minister of State for Transportation from 2019 till she was moved by the President to the Ministry of Mines and Steel Development in 2022. A former senator, she was elected to represent the Kwara Central Senatorial District in the year 2003 under the platform of the People's Democratic Party. She was elected into the House of Representatives in 1999 representing Asa/Ilorin West Federal Constituency, Kwara State.

Quotes

• 12 years... It’s hard to believe it’s been that long.
  Your memory and legacy continue to inspire me every day. Prayed for the forgiveness of your sins and a place in Jannah for you my dearest father. And then listened to Yusufu Olatunji - couldn’t get into it before, but you liked it, so I love it. (If you know you know).
  May the souls of all our dearly departed continue to rest in peace.
  • Gbemisola Ruqayya Saraki (Facebook post) 15 November, 2024. [1]

• Celebrating our freedom, embracing our diversity, and looking forward to a brighter future. May our nation continue to grow in unity, peace, and prosperity.
  • Gbemisola Ruqayya Saraki (Facebook post) 1st October 2024.[2]