The Forum of South-East Academic Doctors (FOSAD) extends its warmest congratulations to Mrs. Bianca Odumegwu Ojukwu on her well-deserved appointment as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Mrs. Odumegwu Ojukwu’s appointment is a testament to her distinguished career in diplomacy, public service, and national representation. Her wealth of experience as a former Ambassador and her longstanding commitment to Nigeria’s global image position her as a capable hand to steer the country’s foreign policy at this critical time.
FOSAD expresses confidence that her leadership will reinvigorate Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements, strengthen bilateral and multilateral relations, and project a more assertive and respected Nigerian voice in global affairs.
At this pivotal moment, we urge the Honourable Minister to prioritize the protection of Nigerians in the diaspora, particularly in addressing the recurring xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa. These attacks have continued to threaten the safety, dignity, and economic wellbeing of Nigerian citizens abroad. We believe that her office must engage proactively with relevant governments and international bodies to ensure that Nigerians are accorded the respect and protection they deserve under international law.
Furthermore, we call on the Minister to develop a comprehensive diaspora engagement framework that will not only safeguard Nigerians abroad but also harness their immense contributions to national development. Issues such as consular support, legal protection, and diaspora inclusion in national policy discourse should receive urgent attention.
FOSAD remains optimistic that Mrs. Bianca Odumegwu Ojukwu will bring her characteristic poise, intellect, and patriotism to bear in this role, and we stand ready to support initiatives that advance Nigeria’s interests and protect its citizens globally.
Once again, we congratulate her on this historic appointment and wish her a successful tenure.
Signed:
Dr Stephen Nwala
President
Forum of South-East Academic Doctors (FOSAD)
Dr Uzor Ngoladi
Secretary General
Forum of South-East Academic Doctors (FOSAD)
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