Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has emphasised the importance of deliberate mentorship in fostering strong and sustainable institutions.
The Information Minister made the remarks at an event organised in his honour by a coalition of former and current colleagues from his media enterprises in Kaduna.
This was confirmed in a statement signed by Rabiu Ibrahim, Special Assistant (Media) to the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation.
Reflecting on a career spanning more than two decades, Idris noted the mutual growth of his media organisations and the professionals they have nurtured. He expressed pride in the many individuals who started under his guidance and have since risen to influential positions, contributing significantly to national development across multiple sectors.
Drawing parallels with the leadership philosophy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Idris highlighted how mentorship develops both competence and confidence, which guide effective leadership appointments and strategic hiring.
He elevated mentorship from an organisational tool to a national necessity.
“Intentional and strategic mentorship, if diligently cultivated, transcends corporate philosophy to become a vital national asset. It is the bedrock upon which a culture of efficiency and accountability is built, a vision we are passionately implementing in our service to the nation. I am immensely proud of your collective accomplishments. The journey of building these lasting institutions, our shared contribution to national development, mirrors the President’s vision for Nigeria. It is a testament to the power of nurturing talent with purpose,” he said.
Responding on behalf of all attendees, the Director-General of Voice of Nigeria, Malam Jibrin Baba-Ndace, praised the Minister’s dedication, patriotism, and commitment to youth empowerment.
“The Minister’s legacy is not merely in the organisations he built but in the people he built up. His timeless example of mentorship will continue to guide and inspire us in all our future endeavours,” Baba-Ndace said.
The gathering drew professionals from the Minister’s affiliated media institutions, including Bifocal Communications, The Market Magazine, Blueprint Media Group, and WE FM, symbolising a network of mentorship and institutional excellence.
The event was also attended by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Kaduna State, Ibrahim Musa, the immediate past President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Mukhtar Sirajo, and several other dignitaries.
