President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs following the resignation of Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, who stepped down to pursue political ambitions ahead of the 2027 elections.
The appointment was announced in a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Prior to her elevation, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu served as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, a role in which she contributed to Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements and international relations.
In a related development, President Tinubu has nominated Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye as the new Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, pending confirmation by the Senate. Enikanolaiye previously served as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and International Relations.
A seasoned diplomat, Enikanolaiye brings over three decades of experience in Nigeria’s foreign service, having held key positions including Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His diplomatic postings have spanned major international cities such as Addis Ababa, Belgrade, Ottawa, London, and New Delhi.
According to the presidency, the appointments are part of ongoing efforts to reposition Nigeria’s foreign policy framework for improved efficiency, stronger global partnerships, and enhanced strategic engagement.
President Tinubu congratulated the appointees and charged them to advance Nigeria’s national interest, deepen economic diplomacy, promote regional stability, and protect the welfare of Nigerians both at home and abroad.
