President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, this is in light of the resignation of Yusuf Tuggar, who stepped down to participate in the 2027 general elections.
Odumegwu-Ojukwu, who previously served as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, now assumes leadership of the ministry at a critical time in Nigeria’s diplomatic and international engagements. Her elevation signals continuity within the foreign policy establishment, alongside a renewed push for strategic global positioning.
In the same vein, President Tinubu has nominated Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, subject to confirmation by the National Assembly. Until his nomination, Enikanolaiye served as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and International Relations.
A career diplomat with over three decades of service, Enikanolaiye has held several high-level positions within Nigeria’s foreign service. He previously served as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and undertook key diplomatic assignments in Addis Ababa, Belgrade, Ottawa, London, and New Delhi.
The Presidency said the appointments form part of ongoing efforts to reposition Nigeria’s foreign policy architecture for greater efficiency, enhanced strategic engagement, and stronger global partnerships.
President Tinubu congratulated the appointees and urged them to work diligently in promoting Nigeria’s national interest, advancing economic diplomacy, fostering regional stability, and safeguarding the welfare of Nigerians both at home and abroad.
