Former Federal Minister of Communications and Digital Economy of Nigeria, Dr. Isa Ali Pantami, has commented on the declaration by Donald Trump that his administration only recognises two genders—male and female.
According to a report by NBC News, during his swearing-in on January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump declared that the U.S. government would officially recognise only two genders: male and female.
Trump emphasised that this directive would eliminate the use of gender-neutral terms and halt diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within federal agencies. He framed these actions as necessary to protect women’s rights and uphold biological realities.
While reacting to the declaration, Prof. Pantami took to his X account, formerly known as Twitter, on Monday and applauded the decision.
Posting on X, the ex-minister wrote, “Trump declares that the American policy will officially recognise only two GENDERS: MALE and FEMALE. Henry David Thoreau stated that “the artificial is always inferior to the natural.”
Below are screenshots of the reactions;