President Bola Tinubu officially swore in seven new Ministers to his cabinet on Monday, November 4, 2024, at the Council Chambers, Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja, filling critical roles in his administration. This development comes just two weeks after Tinubu dismissed five ministers, creating vacancies that these new officials will now fill.
The newly appointed ministers include:
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Nentawe Yilwatda: Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction
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Muhammadu Dingyadi: Minister of Labour and Employment
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Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs
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Jumoke Oduwole: Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment
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Idi Mukhtar Maiha: Minister of Livestock Development
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Yusuf Abdullahi Ata: Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development
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Suwaiba Said Ahmad: Minister of State for Education
Newly Appointed Ministers
During the swearing-in ceremony, Tinubu emphasized the importance of service, stating that the new ministers are on a “rescue mission” to address Nigeria’s challenges. He acknowledged the country’s economic struggles but expressed optimism about its recovery, citing progress in paying the new minimum wage and reducing debt servicing from 97% to 65% of revenue.
The newly sworn in Ministers have pledged to leverage their expertise to drive growth and development in their respective portfolios. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, vowed to explore diaspora remittances and the African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (AFCFTA) to strengthen Nigeria’s economy. Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, stressed the need to optimize the AFCFTA for Nigerian businesses and attract domestic and foreign investments.
With these new appointments, Tinubu’s administration aims to revitalize key sectors and address pressing national issues. As the country navigates its economic challenges, the success of these new ministers will be crucial in shaping Nigeria’s future.
Nigerians await tangible results from the new cabinet, hoping for improved living standards and economic stability. Effective governance, transparency, and accountability are also expected from the new Ministers.
