Barr. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, the Minister of State for Labour and Employment has announced her resignation from the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s admininistration.
Onyejeocha announced her resignation in a statement published on her social media handles on Friday.
“It is with a heart full of gratitude that I announce my resignation as Honourable Minister of State for Labour and Employment. This decision comes with profound gratitude to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for the opportunity to serve Nigeria in his administration,” Onyejeocha a former member of House of Representatives who represented Isuikwuato/Umunneochi federal constituency said.
However, she did not indicate if she is resigning to contest for an elective position in the 2027 general election as two of her colleagues in President Tinubu’s cabinet have done
Nevertheless, she indicated that her resignation is not the end of her service to Nigeria, but a new beginning.
She also expressed her profound gratefulness for the opportunity given to her by President Tinubu to serve Nigeria in his administration.
“Your trust, support, and visionary leadership have been invaluable. Working under your Renewed Hope Agenda has been an honor and privilege. Thank you for believing in my capacity to contribute to nation-building.
“To the Honourable Minister, Permanent Secretary, Directors, and every member of staff, thank you for your dedication, professionalism, and partnership. Together, we advanced policies that protected workers’ rights, promoted workplace safety, and expanded employment opportunities. Your commitment to service made every achievement possible.
“To my constituents, you have been my inspiration and my strength. Your support, prayers, and belief in me have sustained me through this journey and will continue to.
Thank you for your support, feedback, and constructive engagement during my tenure. Serving Nigeria has been the greatest privilege of my life. As one chapter closes, another opens. I remain committed to service, to progress, and to building the Nigeria we all deserve,” Onyejeocha said