The halls of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs buzzed with anticipation as Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Nigeria’s newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs, officially took up her post. Her elevation, announced by President Bola Tinubu, was met with warm applause from staff and dignitaries alike.
In a statement, Ministry spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa highlighted that Odumegwu-Ojukwu’s appointment was a testament to the Federal Government’s confidence in her leadership and diplomatic acumen. During a reception held in her honor, Permanent Secretary Ambassador Dunoma Ahmed extended his heartfelt congratulations. He described her appointment as a well-deserved recognition of her unwavering dedication and professionalism in service to the nation.
Ambassador Ahmed expressed optimism that the new minister would further strengthen Nigeria’s foreign relations and forge deeper diplomatic partnerships worldwide. He pledged the ministry’s full support as she works to advance the administration’s foreign policy priorities.
Reiterating the ministry’s commitment, Ahmed emphasized the drive to promote Nigeria’s national interests, protect its citizens abroad, attract foreign investment, and nurture both bilateral and multilateral relationships.
In her remarks, Ambassador Odumegwu-Ojukwu graciously thanked the ministry’s management and staff for their warm welcome. She reaffirmed her resolve to build upon the achievements of President Tinubu’s administration and to push forward Nigeria’s foreign policy agenda.
She reiterated her dedication to the Federal Government’s 4D Foreign Policy agenda, Democracy, Development, Diaspora, and Demography. Emphasizing citizen diplomacy, strategic autonomy, professionalism, and institutional efficiency, Odumegwu-Ojukwu underlined the importance of these values in confronting global challenges and safeguarding Nigeria’s interests on the world stage.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com