Bianca Ojukwu to Champion Tinubu’s Foreign Policy

Bianca Ojukwu, Nigeria’s New Minister of Foreign Affairs, Pledges Full Support For President Tinubu’s Foreign Policy,

iexclusivenews – Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu Ojukwu, the newly appointed Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, has pledged her unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu’s foreign policy agenda. Speaking on Monday, Ojukwu emphasized her commitment to advancing Nigeria’s interests on the global stage.

Bianca Ojukwu, the widow of the late Ikemba Nnewi, Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, was among the seven new ministers sworn in by President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Her appointment marks a significant step in the administration’s efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s diplomatic ties and economic prospects.

However, in her address to State House correspondents, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, who previously held the title of “Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria,” highlighted the importance of leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to boost Nigeria’s economic potential. She stressed that her experience in foreign missions would be instrumental in reinforcing democratic institutions across Africa.

“In this respect, I am fully committed to keying into the foreign policy thrust of this government,” Ojukwu stated. “The President has made things much easier by building the foreign policy thrust of his administration around the 4Ds: democracy, development, demographic engagement, and diaspora collaboration.”

Bianca Ojukwu reiterated the need to harness the opportunities presented by AfCFTA, saying, “We must leverage the African Continental Free Trade Area to harness our economic potentials.”

Focus on Youth and Diaspora

Bianca Ojukwu also underscored the importance of Nigeria’s demographic advantage, noting that 70 percent of the population is under the age of 43. “We have a huge youth population in Nigeria. This administration intends to leverage the creative potentials, skills, and capital that these young people bring to the country,” she said.

She highlighted the significant contributions of the Nigerian diaspora, which remits $22 billion annually.

“Our diaspora is doing exceptionally well all over the world. If we can partner with them and ensure their involvement in the administration’s initiatives, we can forge strategic partnerships with financial institutions globally. This will greatly enhance the service delivery of the Foreign Ministry,” Bianca Ojukwu explained.

Ojukwu also emphasized the need for effective consular services abroad, ensuring that Nigerian citizens receive the support they need.

“Ensuring that consular services abroad are much more effective will make our citizens abroad feel that their government truly cares for their welfare,” she added.

Economic Potential and Trade

Echoing Ojukwu’s sentiments, the Minister of Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, spoke about Nigeria’s economic potential. Oduwole, who has been working on business climate reforms for nearly a decade, stressed the importance of optimizing AfCFTA for Nigerian businesses. She emphasized the need to retain both domestic and foreign investments to drive economic growth.

“For about the last nine years, I have been working on business climate reforms,” Oduwole said. “It is crucial to optimize the AfCFTA for Nigerian businesses and ensure that investments are retained.”

In conclusion, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu’s commitment to President Tinubu’s foreign policy vision is a promising development for Nigeria’s diplomatic and economic future. Her focus on leveraging AfCFTA, engaging the youth, and collaborating with the diaspora aligns with the administration’s goals of fostering democracy, development, and strategic partnerships.