President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, following the resignation of Yusuf Tuggar, who stepped down to pursue political ambitions ahead of the 2027 elections.
Odumegwu-Ojukwu, who previously served as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, now takes over leadership of the ministry as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements globally.
In a related move, the President nominated Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, subject to Senate confirmation.
Before his nomination, Enikanolaiye served as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and International Relations. He is a career diplomat with over three decades of service, including roles as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and postings in 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 greater efficiency, stronger international partnerships, and enhanced strategic engagement.
Tinubu congratulated the appointees and urged them to prioritise Nigeria’s national interest, deepen economic diplomacy, promote regional stability, and protect the welfare of Nigerians both at home and abroad.
