Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu has led a delegation of some leaders of Nnewi community on a ‘thank you’ visit to Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo for the role he played in her appointment as minister.
Governor Soludo who disclosed the visit in a post on social media said he is delighted that the wife of the eternal leader of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Late Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu has quickly adapted to the role.
During the visit, Governor Soludo praised Tinubu’s commitment to a united Nigeria and consideration for competence irrespective of political party affiliation.
Soludo said: “Yesterday, I received a courtesy visit from the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu Ojukwu, accompanied by a delegation of respected Nnewi indigenes.
“They came to express their gratitude for my continued support, particularly during her nomination as Minister in the Renewed Hope administration. I am delighted to see her thrive in this role.
“Ambassador Bianca’s appointment is a testament to President Tinubu’s commitment to a unified Nigeria, where merit and capability transcend party lines. She is a round peg in a round hole, and I am confident she will make a significant impact.”
According to Soludo, Mrs Ojukwu’s appointment shows President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to a unified Nigeria, and valuing competence over party.
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Ambassador Bianca who also confirmed the visit on her blue app handle while appreciating Governor Soludo and the First Lady, Dr Nonye Soludo said the visit also afforded the delegation an opportunity to get firsthand information on the Governor’s vision and development revolution in the state.
She said: “On Sunday, June 1, I was honored to lead a delegation of stakeholders from Nnewi for a courtesy visit to Governor Chukwuma Soludo at the Old Governor’s Lodge in Anambra State to express our immense gratitude for his invaluable solidarity and support through the years, his unflinching commitment to the advancement of our Party APGA ( All Progressives Grand Alliance) and thoughtful guidance ,endorsement and encouragement during my nomination as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria up to the present moment.
“Our delegation was warmly welcomed by the Governor and his amiable and very hospitable first lady Dr Nonye Soludo. It was a highly engaging and informative session as we were availed firsthand, of the Governor’s vision and infrastructure to position the state as a centre of commerce, entertainment, health well as a tourism destination. From the world class Anambra Government House mini city to the Solution Fun City, Anambra is rising!” she stated.