In a bold move to boost government performance, President Bola Tinubu has sacked six ministers from his cabinet. The reshuffle, aimed at strengthening the administration, introduces new faces into key government positions.
Among those removed are the Women Affairs Minister, Barr. Uju-Ken Ohanenye, and the Education Minister, Prof. Tahir Mamman. The President also officially dismissed the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Dr. Betta Edu.
This drastic action comes as part of Tinubu’s broader strategy to address the pressing issues facing Nigeria.
Some of the most notable figures affected include:
– Barr. Uju-Ken Ohanenye, Minister of Women Affairs
– Prof. Tahir Mamman, Minister of Education
– Lola Ade-John, Minister of Tourism
– Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, Minister of Youth Development
– Mohammed Gwarzo, Minister of State, Housing
Dr. Betta Edu, who had already been suspended, was also officially relieved of her role. This decisive action signals Tinubu’s resolve to restructure his government.
Alongside these sackings, President Tinubu has appointed new ministers to fill these key positions. These appointments are expected to bring fresh energy and new ideas to the administration.
Notably, one of the standout appointments is Bianca Odinaka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, who has been named Minister of State, Foreign Affairs. Her appointment, given her legacy and influence, is seen by many as a strategic move to woo stakeholders in the south east. Odumegwu-Ojukwu is the widow of late Biafran leader, Emeka Odumegwu Ojukwu.
Bianca is also a well-known figure, widely respected for her contributions to both Nigerian politics and diplomacy. Her appointment is expected to create significant interest both domestically and internationally.
Other newly appointed ministers include:
– Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction
– Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi, Minister of Labour and Employment
– Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment
– Idi Mukhtar Maiha, Minister of Livestock Development
– Rt. Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development
President Tinubu expressed his appreciation to the outgoing ministers, thanking them for their service to the nation. However, he made it clear that the new ministers must be fully committed to the government’s vision.
In his statement, Tinubu urged the new appointees to view their roles as a call to national service. He stressed the importance of putting Nigeria on the path to growth, emphasizing that the ministers must focus on delivering results.
“This reshuffle isn’t just about changing names; it’s about changing the way the government works. We must invest our best efforts to realise the government’s priorities,” Tinubu said.
A major theme of the new appointments is the focus on addressing key issues such as poverty reduction, education reform, and the development of critical sectors like trade and livestock.
