Nigeria’s new Foreign Affairs Minister has expressed profound appreciation to President following her appointment as the substantive head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu appointment marks a significant transition, as she previously served as Minister of State for the since assuming office on November 4, 2024. Her elevation is widely seen as a vote of confidence in her diplomatic experience and leadership capacity.
The announcement of the Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu appointment came during a dinner organised by the Ministry to conclude a three-day induction programme for Ambassadors and High Commissioners-designate and their spouses. What began as a routine official event quickly turned into a defining moment for Nigeria’s diplomatic corps.
Addressing diplomats and ministry officials in her first engagement as substantive minister, Odumegwu-Ojukwu thanked President Tinubu for finding her worthy of the role. She called for unity among ambassadors, management, and staff to project a stronger international image for Nigeria while safeguarding national interests.
Reaffirming her commitment in a statement shared via her X account, she described the Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu appointment as both an honour and a responsibility, pledging to advance the administration’s 4D Foreign Policy priorities and deepen citizen-focused diplomacy.
“I am truly honoured to step into this new position,” she said, adding that she remains committed to strengthening Nigeria’s voice and influence on the global stage.
The statement was formally conveyed by , Special Assistant on Communication and New Media to the Minister, who highlighted the significance of the development for Nigeria’s foreign policy direction.
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