BREAKING: Tinubu set to announce new ambassadors after Trump’s threat
President Bola Tinubu is reportedly finalising the appointment of Nigeria’s new ambassadors, ending a long period of diplomatic gaps that have lasted for nearly two years.
The appointments, expected to be announced soon, will restore Nigeria’s representation across several foreign missions where ambassadorial positions have remained vacant since the recall of envoys by the previous administration.
Long-Awaited Diplomatic Appointments
According to Arise News, President Tinubu has directed a “final cleanup” of the list of ambassadorial nominees, signalling that the formal announcement is imminent.
Sources close to the Presidency suggest that the delay was due to careful screening and political consultations to ensure regional balance, merit, and competence in the final selections.
The President is said to have received intense pressure from both local and international observers over the prolonged absence of Nigerian ambassadors abroad.
Many stakeholders have described the situation as a diplomatic vacuum that weakens Nigeria’s influence in international relations and limits its capacity to respond promptly to global events.
Diplomatic Pressure and U.S. Relations
The push to fill these positions has become more urgent as Nigeria navigates increasing diplomatic tension with the United States.
This follows recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump, who reportedly issued strong warnings concerning alleged killings of Christians in Nigeria.
Observers note that the absence of ambassadors has hindered Nigeria’s ability to properly defend its image and engage diplomatically with major global powers.
The presence of skilled ambassadors, they argue, would provide much-needed buffers against misinformation and ensure more effective communication of Nigeria’s position on sensitive international issues.
Experts Call for Swift Action
Commentators on Arise News, Channels Television, and TRIBUNE ONLINE have urged the federal government to speed up the appointment process. They argue that ambassadors play a vital role in protecting national interests, promoting trade, and improving bilateral cooperation.
Foreign policy experts also believe that restoring Nigeria’s diplomatic presence abroad is key to rebuilding confidence among international investors and partners.
The move, they say, would strengthen economic diplomacy and open more opportunities for collaboration in areas such as security, energy, and technology.
Renewing Nigeria’s Global Image
The upcoming announcement is expected to reflect President Tinubu’s commitment to revamping the country’s foreign service and addressing long-standing inefficiencies in Nigeria’s external affairs.
Analysts predict that the new ambassadors will be tasked with improving Nigeria’s global image, enhancing diaspora relations, and attracting foreign investment.
The APC-led administration is also expected to use this opportunity to project a new diplomatic vision that aligns with its broader “Renewed Hope” agenda.
By filling these diplomatic gaps, Nigeria aims to reassert its leadership role in Africa and ensure stronger representation on the global stage.
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