In a significant move reflecting a renewed focus on diplomatic service excellence, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued a directive to recall all career and non-career ambassadors from their international duty posts.
This announcement came through a statement from Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.
The President’s decision follows a thorough evaluation of the current state of Nigerian Consulate Offices and Embassies worldwide, aligning with his administration’s commitment to the Hope Agenda.
President Tinubu aims to ensure world-class efficiency and quality in foreign and domestic service delivery to citizens, residents, and prospective visitors.
In his statement, Ngelale highlighted that this recall will be immediate, with the exception of Nigeria’s United Nations Permanent Representatives in New York and Geneva.
This exemption acknowledges the forthcoming United Nations General Assembly, scheduled for later this month.
This decision signals a strategic shift in Nigeria’s global diplomatic approach, reinforcing the President’s commitment to excellence and responsive governance.
The move underscores that ambassadors, as representatives of the country, serve at the President’s discretion, giving him the authority to appoint or recall them as he deems necessary.
This diplomatic reset aligns with President Tinubu’s broader vision for Nigeria’s role on the global stage and his commitment to enhancing service quality and efficiency in both foreign and domestic matters. It will be closely watched as it unfolds in the coming months.