President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, appointed Bianca Ojukwu as the new Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, as part of a cabinet reshuffle aimed at reinvigorating his administration.
Who is Blanca Ojukwu?
Bianca Olivia Odinakachukwu Ojukwu is a Nigerian politician, diplomat, lawyer, and businesswoman who has made a significant impact in various fields.
Born on August 5, 1967, in Nnewi North, Anambra, she comes from a prominent family. Her father, Christian Onoh, was a former governor of Anambra State, and her mother, Carol, was a college principal.
Early Life and Education
Bianca attended prestigious schools in Nigeria and abroad, including Queen’s High School, Enugu, Ackworth School, England, and Cambridge Tutorial College. She pursued a degree in Law from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and later obtained a master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy from Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio, Madrid, Spain.
Diplomatic Career
Bianca has had an illustrious diplomatic career, serving as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Spain from 2012 to 2015 and as the country’s Permanent Representative to the UNWTO. She has also held key positions in various national committees, including the Contact Mobilisation and Dialogue Committee and the Anambra State Truth, Justice, and Peace Commission.
Business and Charity
Apart from her diplomatic endeavors, Bianca is a successful businesswoman and philanthropist. She is the Managing Director of BiancaBlend Products Ltd., a cosmetics company, and has founded several charitable organizations, including Hope House Trust, which focuses on rehabilitating juvenile offenders.
Awards and Recognition
Bianca has received several awards for her contributions to diplomacy, business, and charity. She was voted Africa’s Outstanding Ambassador by Dutch magazine The Voice in 2014 and received the “Ambassador of Excellence” Award from the Government of Anambra, Nigeria.
Overall, Bianca Ojukwu is a highly accomplished individual who has made significant contributions to Nigeria’s foreign policy, business, and social welfare.
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