Politics
Tinubu Appoints Bianca Ojukwu as Foreign Affairs Minister
President Bola Tinubu has officially included Bianca Ojukwu, the widow of Biafra leader Emeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, in his cabinet as one of his newly appointed ministers.
This development was revealed on Wednesday in a statement from the Presidency following a Federal Executive Council meeting.
Bianca, who has been a prominent figure in Nigerian politics and diplomacy, will now serve as the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, a position that highlights her diplomatic expertise and longstanding experience in international relations.
Her appointment adds a layer of historical significance given her connection to the late Biafran leader, Emeka Ojukwu, who played a pivotal role during Nigeria’s civil war era.
In addition to Bianca’s appointment, the President named Jumoke Oduwole as the new Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment.
Jumoke, a legal scholar and policy expert, has been involved in economic reforms and entrepreneurship initiatives, especially during her time leading the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC).
This strategic appointment is expected to bolster Nigeria’s trade, economic growth, and industrial policies.
Both women bring a wealth of knowledge and leadership to key areas of governance, reflecting Tinubu’s focus on involving individuals with both national and international experience in shaping Nigeria’s policies.
These appointments are seen as part of a larger effort by the administration to balance gender representation and expertise across various sectors of governance.
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has stated that the outcome of the 2027 general elections will be based on the performance of candidates, not defections.
The party stressed that defections alone do not win elections, noting that credibility, leadership, and results matter more. This was said in response to comments credited to former governor Rauf Aregbesola.
The APC also dismissed claims that the opposition’s performance in Lagos weakened the party, pointing out that voters later reaffirmed their support by re-electing the APC in the governorship election and subsequent polls.
Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has spoken on the allegation that terrorism and the increase in insecurity are linked to his administration in the state.
The governor then said “This is a country where when you work, you become a villain. I have kept quiet for too long for peace and security. But I am not a coward. I will not join them. I refuse to join their party,” he stated.
“We have built our health system, primary education, and reduced out-of-school children. We have been awarded three times by the federal government for development and good governance. And they are accusing us? What kind of paradox is this?”
Media personality Dele Momodu reacts and shares his thoughts regarding First Lady Remi Tinubu interrupting the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, during a recent event.
The event was the 10th coronation anniversary of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi. In the scene, while Governor Adeleke was giving a speech, he began with a worship song. But while singing, the First Lady stood up and met him to inform him to stop singing and go directly to his speech instead.
Media personality Dele then reacted and questioned why she would do something like that, asking if she would have done the same kind of interruption if it were the recitation of the Qur’an.
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