The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has resigned her position.
In a Friday statement posted on her official X handle on Friday, the former Minister announced her resignation, three days after the March 31 deadline set by President Bola Tinubu.
She is the third Minister to resign following President Tinubu’s directive for appointees seeking elective office in 2027 to vacate their positions.
Onyejeocha, however, did not disclose the elective position she intends to contest in 2027, but a check on her X page by TVC News revealed that Onyejeocha has updated her status.
The status reads, “Former Minister of State of Labour & Employment, Federal Republic of Nigeria. God is awesome, and no power can stop HIM from doing what HE intends to do.”
The resignation letter cited by TVC News reads, “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.
“This is not an end but a new beginning. I remain committed to service, to progress, and to building the Nigeria we all deserve. Thank you, and God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“This period marks the end of a significant chapter in my journey of service as I formally resign as Honourable Minister of State for Labour and Employment.”
Onyejeocha described her tenure as a privilege and thanked the president for the confidence placed in her.
She also commended ministry staff for their “dedication, professionalism, and partnership,” noting their contributions in strengthening workers’ rights, enhancing workplace safety, and expanding employment opportunities.
Before she was appointed a Minister, Onyejeocha represented Isuikwuato/Umunneochi federal constituency of Abia State in the House of Representatives from 2007 to 2023.
The former lawmaker also thanked her constituents for their support.
“As one chapter closes, another opens. I remain committed to service, to progress, and to building the Nigeria we all deserve,” she added.
Her resignation follows similar moves by the Minister of Transportation, Said Alkali, who is contesting the Gombe State governorship seat, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, who also resigned to contest the Bauchi State governorship race.
