President Tinubu Swears In Minister Of Power And Minister Of State For Foreign Affairs

President Tinubu Swears in Minister of Power and Minister of State for Foreign Affairs President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in a new Minister of Power and a Minister of State for Foreign Affairs at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen his administration’s governance and policy delivery under the Renewed Hope Agenda. The swearing-in ceremony took place during a brief State House event attended by senior government officials, members of the Federal Executive Council, and aides of the President. The newly appointed Minister of Power is expected to oversee one of the government’s most critical infrastructure portfolios, focusing on improving electricity generation, transmission, and distribution across the country. Persistent power shortages and grid instability have remained key challenges for successive administrations. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs will support Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements, particularly in strengthening bilateral relations, regional cooperation within ECOWAS, and expanding international partnerships in trade, security, and development. President Tinubu urged the new appointees to prioritize efficiency, accountability, and results-driven leadership, emphasizing the importance of their roles in achieving national development goals. He reiterated that the Renewed Hope Agenda is aimed at economic reform, infrastructure development, and improving public service delivery, noting that every ministry must align with the administration’s broader policy direction. The ceremony also highlighted the administration’s continued cabinet adjustments as it seeks to address economic challenges, security concerns, and governance reforms across key sectors.

The Presidency said the appointments are part of efforts to ensure that critical ministries are led by individuals capable of delivering measurable progress in line with national priorities. The new ministers are expected to assume duties immediately, with sector stakeholders anticipating policy direction updates in the coming weeks, particularly in the power and foreign affairs sectors.