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The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has announced her resignation from office, expressing gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for the opportunity to serve in his administration.
In a statement shared on her X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, Onyejeocha said her decision was taken with “a heart full of gratitude,” describing her time in office as a significant chapter in her public service.
“This is not an end but a new beginning. I remain committed to service, to progress, and to building the Nigeria we all deserve,” she stated.
She thanked the President for his trust and leadership, noting that serving under the Renewed Hope Agenda was both an honour and a privilege.
The former minister also expressed appreciation to officials and staff of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment for their dedication, saying their collaboration helped advance policies on workers’ rights, workplace safety, and job creation.
Onyejeocha further extended her gratitude to her constituents in Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency for their support throughout her tenure, describing service to Nigeria as “the greatest privilege” of her life.
Her resignation follows a directive by the administration requiring political appointees seeking to contest in the 2027 general elections to step down by March 31, 2026, in line with provisions of the Electoral Act 2026.
In the wake of the directive, several officials have also exited their positions, including Yusuf Tuggar and Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, who are reportedly preparing for governorship contests in Bauchi and Gombe states, respectively.
