October 7, 2025 | By GMTNews
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally accepted the resignation of Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, who until today served as Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology.
Nnaji, who was appointed by President Tinubu in August 2023, tendered his resignation letter on Monday, citing alleged acts of political blackmail from opponents as one of the reasons for his decision to step down.
Nnaji, who was appointed by President Tinubu in August 2023, tendered his resignation letter on Monday, citing alleged acts of political blackmail from opponents as one of the reasons for his decision to step down.
Reliable sources close to the ministry hinted that part of the controversy leading to Nnaji’s resignation stemmed from internal misunderstandings involving his media aide, whose actions reportedly escalated tensions and contributed to the public scandal. Though details remain sketchy, the development was said to have compounded the pressure on the minister to step aside pending further clarifications.
According to a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu accepted the resignation.
According to a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu accepted the resignation with appreciation for the minister’s contributions to the administration and wished him well in his future endeavours.
“The President thanks Geoffrey Nnaji for his service to the nation and wishes him success in his future undertakings,” Onanuga said in the statement issued from the State House on October 7, 2025.
In his resignation letter, Nnaji expressed gratitude to the President for giving him the opportunity to serve the country, describing his time in the Federal Executive Council as a privilege and an honour. He noted that while he faced a barrage of unfounded attacks from political rivals, he remained committed to advancing Nigeria’s innovation and technology agenda throughout his tenure.
“I have been a target of sustained blackmail by political opponents, but I am proud of the strides we made in repositioning the nation’s science and technology sector,” Nnaji reportedly stated.
During his time as minister, Nnaji was instrumental in promoting homegrown technological solutions, fostering partnerships between Nigerian innovators and global research institutions, and supporting startups in the digital economy.
Political observers say his exit marks a notable change in the leadership of the Innovation, Science, and Technology Ministry, which has been at the forefront of Nigeria’s push toward digital transformation and industrial growth.
The Presidency is expected to announce a replacement soon as part of ongoing efforts to sustain progress in the sector. GMTNewsng