On Wednesday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced new appointments to his cabinet, introducing ministers during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting. Newswatch Plus a brief profile of each.
Bianca Odinakachukwu Olivia Odumegwu-Ojukwu
Born on August 5, 1968, Bianca is a politician, diplomat, lawyer, businesswoman, and beauty pageant titleholder. She is the widow of former Biafran president Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu and has won international beauty titles, including Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Miss Africa, and Miss Intercontinental. Her diplomatic career includes serving as Nigeria’s ambassador to Ghana and Spain, and she was also a former presidential advisor. President Tinubu appointed her as the new Minister of State, Foreign Affairs.
Barr. Bello Muhammad Goronyo
Previously the Minister of State for Water Resources and Sanitation, Barr. Goronyo has now transitioned to the role of Minister of State for Works.
Dr. Morufu Olatunji Alausa
Formerly the Minister of State for Health, Dr. Alausa has now assumed the position of Minister of Education.
Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim
Having served as the Minister of State for Police Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim now takes on the role of Minister of Women Affairs.
Senator John Owan Enoh
Currently the Minister of Sports Development, Senator Enoh has been appointed as the new Minister of State for Trade and Investment (Industry).
Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite
Formerly the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Uzoka-Anite is now the new Minister of State for Finance.
Ayodele Olawande
Previously the Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande has now been elevated to Minister of Youth Development.
These new appointments reflect a strategic reshuffling in President Tinubu’s administration aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of his government.
