Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu vows to promote Nigeria’s global interests
Newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has expressed her gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for her new role. She described her appointment as a privilege and a call to greater service. Odumegwu-Ojukwu has pledged to advance Nigeria’s interests internationally and reaffirmed her commitment to national service.
What we know
- Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu was appointed as Minister of Foreign Affairs by President Bola Tinubu on April 29, 2026.
- She expressed deep appreciation to the President for the trust placed in her.
- Odumegwu-Ojukwu stated her focus will be on strengthening Nigeria’s foreign policy in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
- She emphasized her commitment to the 4D Foreign Policy priorities and citizen diplomacy.
- The appointment follows the resignation of Yusuff Tuggar, who plans to contest the 2027 Bauchi State governorship election.
