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Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for her appointment.
Bianca reaffirmed her commitment to aligning with the government’s foreign policy objectives.
She spoke after the swearing in of the newly appointed ministers at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
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Bianca disclosed that Tinubu had made things easier by establishing a clear foreign policy.
“The President has made things easier by establishing a clear foreign policy direction,” she said.
Speaking further, she emphasised the importance of leveraging the creative potential, skills, and capital of young Nigerians and the Diaspora to enhance service delivery.
She highlighted the significant contribution of the Diaspora, which remitted $22 billion annually, and suggested partnering with them to forge strategic relationships with global financial institutions.
The new ministers sworn in are Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Nentawe Yilwatda; Minister of Labour & Employment Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi and among others
Others are the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment (Trade and Investment), Jumoke Oduwole; Minister of Livestock Development,Idi Mukhtar Maiha; Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development Yusuf Ata, Minister of State for Education Dr Suwaiba Ahmad.
The Yoruba Council’s leader underscored the value of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to a merit-based system, pointing to Ojukwu’s qualifications and previous experience as a former ambassador.
He said: “This appointment is not about ethnic negotiation.The president has carefully considered her intellectual capacity and experience. Serving as a minister is a great opportunity for her and for the region she represents.”
The council further called on the Igbo community to avoid divisive interpretations of the appointment, instead appreciating the skills Ojukwu brings to her new role.
His words: “Let the Igbo know this appointment should not be seen as some strategic move or ‘playing the ostrich.’ It is about her qualifications and the president’s confidence in her capabilities.”
Newly appointed ministers tasked with active engagement The council also highlighted the importance of active and assertive engagement from all ministers, encouraging them to embody the administration’s goals.
He said: “Ministers are not just handbags; they must take a firm stance in addressing the needs of the people. “It’s essential that ministers not only represent their ministries but also the government’s commitment to serve.”
