- Kennedy-Ohanenye thanked Tinubu for the opportunity to have served as minister.
- She added that it has been an honour and privilege to contribute to the development of Nigeria.
Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, formerly Nigeria’s Minister of Women Affairs, addressed her removal from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet.
On Wednesday, President Tinubu dismissed five ministers, including Kennedy-Ohanenye, Lola Ade-John (Tourism), Jamila Bio Ibrahim (Youth Development), Tahir Mamman (Education), and Abdullahi Muhammad Gwarzo (Housing and Urban Development).
In a Thursday statement, Kennedy-Ohanenye expressed gratitude to Tinubu for the opportunity to serve Nigeria.
She considered her tenure an honor and privilege, contributing to Nigeria’s development.
“I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, for her invaluable guidance and support during my tenure as Minister of Women Affairs.”
“Her kindness and encouragement have been instrumental to my success.”
“To the people of Nigeria, I am deeply grateful for your unwavering support. Your trust and confidence in me have been a constant source of inspiration.”
“I remain committed to serving my country and will continue to do my utmost to contribute to its progress and prosperity.”