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Breaking: Nigerian Ambassadors And Foreign Affairs Minister Clash Over Over Diplomat Recall Date
Breaking: Nigerian Ambassadors And Foreign Affairs Minister Clash Over Over Diplomat Recall Date....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Nigerian Ambassadors and High Commissioners stationed in various Foreign Missions are at odds with the Foreign Affairs Minister, Amb. Yusufu Tuggar, regarding the return date for recalled diplomats. There is a contentious situation surrounding the recall of these diplomats, as conflicting information has emerged about their return date.
The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, initially announced the recall of these ambassadors and high commissioners on September 2, giving them until October 31 to return to Nigeria. However, the ambassadors made a heartfelt plea to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for an extension of the return date to December 31. They cited the need for their children to complete promotion exams and maintain the academic calendar without disruptions.
It appeared that the President had approved the extension, but the Foreign Affairs Minister, Amb. Tuggar, contradicted this by stating last week that there was no extension, and the October 31 deadline remained “sacrosanct.
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Frustrated by the Minister’s firm stance and apparent disregard for their children’s education, the ambassadors are reportedly preparing for a significant confrontation. The situation is further exacerbated by financial constraints facing the foreign missions, including the threat of legal action by various service providers due to unpaid service charges.
Sources from the Foreign Missions have reported funding challenges over the past five months. As a result, the Ambassadors have sounded the alarm and called on President Tinubu to intervene before the nation faces an embarrassing situation.
However, the Foreign Affairs Minister has not only denied the extension but has also imposed an embargo on the foreign Missions’ accounts to control what he described as “frivolous spending by the Ambassadors.” According to his statement, there was no directive from the Presidency to extend the Ambassadors’ exit date.
The Ambassadors question the Minister’s true intentions and why he appears to be in a hurry to replace them, even though it would take several months to do so. They are also concerned that the Minister, in his statement, suggested that the Presidency was not convinced by the reasons for extending the Ambassadors’ stay.
Other concerned Nigerians, including International Relations Consultant Dr. Bright Iheme, have criticized the Minister’s disposition in this matter. They believe that the Minister’s statement could imply a direct accusation against President Tinubu. Iheme has emphasized the importance of prioritizing the education of Nigerian citizens and expressed disappointment with the Minister’s approach.
Iheme also pointed out that the Foreign Service Regulation typically provides three months’ notice to diplomats when recalled, but in this case, only two months were given to the Ambassadors, raising questions about the Minister’s motives.
Observers now believe that the fate of the Ambassadors hinges on President Tinubu’s political will to consider their circumstances and decisively intervene to prevent potential embarrassment.
Former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has criticised the legal handling of the case involving former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The comment follows the adjournment of El-Rufai’s bail application by the Kaduna State High Court, which moved the hearing to the first week of June 2026.
In a post shared on Tuesday, Sowore expressed concern over what he described as “lawfare” against the former governor, arguing that legal processes should not be used to intimidate individuals.
He urged the courts to uphold the rule of law by granting bail where appropriate and ensuring that all accused persons receive fair trials.
According to him, bail is a constitutional right and should not be turned into a form of punishment or control.
Sowore further argued that using bail conditions to restrict individuals amounts to injustice and should not be tolerated, regardless of who is involved in the case.
He stressed that fairness in the application of the law must be maintained at all times to preserve public trust in the justice system.
The 2023 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Tonye Cole, has said Nigerians may need to wait another two to three years before the full impact of the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu becomes evident.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Architect Ahmed Dangiwa has reacted to his removal as Minister of Housing and Urban Development by Bola Tinubu.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement issued on Tuesday through his Special Assistant on Media and Strategy, Mark Chieshe, Dangiwa expressed gratitude to the President for the opportunity to serve, describing his tenure as both a privilege and a call to national duty.
He noted that during his time in office, he contributed to the development of policies and programmes aimed at improving access to affordable housing for Nigerians.
Naija News recalls that President Tinubu earlier relieved him of his position and nominated Muttaqha Rabe Darma as his replacement.
Dangiwa said he was thankful for the confidence reposed in him, adding that his time in office allowed him to play a role in advancing housing initiatives across the country.
He further stated that under the Tinubu administration, the ministry made notable progress in repositioning the housing sector as a driver of economic growth, job creation, and social inclusion.
Among the key achievements he highlighted were the rollout of the Renewed Hope Housing Programme, the strengthening of public-private partnerships in housing delivery, and reforms in land administration and housing finance.
Dangiwa also appreciated members of the Federal Executive Council, stakeholders in the housing sector, development partners, and ministry staff for their support and collaboration.
He added that the collective efforts of all parties helped lay a solid foundation for a more structured and sustainable housing delivery system in Nigeria, while assuring a smooth transition in line with presidential directives.
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