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Tinubu Approves Three Key Ambassadorial Postings

January 23, 2026
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has approved the posting of three ambassadors to major international capitals, the presidency has confirmed.

According to a statement from presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, Ambassador Ayodele Oke has been designated to France, Colonel Lateef Are (rtd) to the United States, and Ambassador Amin Dalhatu, a former envoy to South Korea, has been appointed as high commissioner to the United Kingdom.

The appointments are part of 68 ambassadorial nominations confirmed by the Senate in December 2025.

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President Tinubu has directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to notify the respective governments and complete the postings in line with standard diplomatic procedures.

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The move underscores Nigeria’s ongoing effort to strengthen its diplomatic presence in key global capitals.

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Prosper Okoye is a Correspondent and Research Writer at Prime Business Africa, a Nigerian journalist with experience in development reporting, public affairs, and policy-focused storytelling across Africa

Prosper Okoye

Prosper Okoye is a Correspondent and Research Writer at Prime Business Africa, a Nigerian journalist with experience in development reporting, public affairs, and policy-focused storytelling across Africa

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