Tinubu however directed that Nigeria’s Permanent Representatives to the United Nations in New York and Geneva be exempted from this total recall, in view of the upcoming United Nations General Assembly, scheduled later this month.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari had in January 2021 approved the posting of a total of 95 ambassadors, including the 42 non-career ones whose nomination was ratified by the Senate in July 2020.
Tinubu’s directive, according to a statement issued yesterday in Abuja by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, was sequel to his careful study of the present state of affairs at Nigerian Consulate Offices and Embassies worldwide.
The statement added that the latest move was also in tandem with the President’s Renewed Hope agenda as he is determined to ensure that world-class efficiency and quality, will henceforth, characterise foreign and domestic service delivery to citizens, residents and prospective visitors alike.
By the directive of the president, the recall of the affected officers takes immediate effect.
The ambassadors are expected to commence the winding down of their affairs in their countries of deployment, and take formal leave of the host government within 60 days and to return to Nigeria by October 31, 2023 at the latest.
Tinubu while thanking them for the service they have rendered in their capacity while representing the country in their host countries, said he was looking forward to welcoming them in Abuja on their return.
