Rwandans Bid Farewell to Dr. Edouard Ngirente as He Leaves Prime Ministerial Post

Rwandans took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their farewell and gratitude to Dr. Edouard Ngirente, following his recent replacement as Prime Minister by Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva. The transition has sparked widespread discussion among citizens, though it remains unclear whether President Paul Kagame will assign Dr. Ngirente a new position in the government.

In his farewell message on X, Dr. Ngirente expressed deep appreciation for his time in office. “I am so grateful to H.E. Paul Kagame for the honor of serving as the Prime Minister of our beloved Rwanda for the last 8 years. This journey has been deeply enriching, filled with growth, guidance, and purpose,” he posted. “Mr. President, I wish to express my deepest gratitude for the opportunity you gave me to serve my country, and for being such an inspiring mentor throughout this journey. It’s a chapter I’ll always carry with pride.”

Meanwhile, Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva, now the new Prime Minister, also took to X to thank President Kagame. “Thank you, Your Excellency Paul Kagame, for your trust and confidence once again. I am deeply honored, humbled, and grateful. I pledge to serve you and Rwanda with humility and dedication under your leadership and guidance.”

” I fully embrace the responsibility entrusted to me and remain committed to advancing our national priorities with integrity and purpose. I will give all I have in me to help you achieve your great vision for this country. Thank you so much,” he wrote.

The change in leadership marks a new chapter for Rwanda as the nation looks to continue its development trajectory under the guidance of President Kagame and his new Prime Minister. The nation’s citizens and international observers await further details regarding Dr. Ngirente’s future role in government.