In a recent announcement, President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointments of 65 ambassadors-designate and high commissioners from Nigeria. This includes notable figures such as former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode, who is appointed to Germany, and presidential aide Reno Omokri, who will take on a role in Mexico. The announcement was made by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, indicating a mix of career and non-career ambassadors in these postings.

Out of the 65 appointed, 34 are non-career ambassadors, while 31 are career ambassadors, showcasing a diverse range of backgrounds among those chosen for diplomatic roles. High-profile appointments also include Lt. Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, the former governor of Katsina State, slated for Beijing, China, and Senator Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. Other significant designations comprise Senator Ita Enang in South Africa and former Health Minister Prof. Isaac Adewole in Canada, among others.

This mass appointment of ambassadors marks a strategic move by President Tinubu's administration to strengthen Nigeria's diplomatic presence across the globe. By employing a blend of political appointees and career diplomats, the intention seems to be to enhance Nigeria's international relations and to give voice to Nigerian interests abroad. The choice of individuals with prominent backgrounds suggests an effort to leverage their influence and experience in fostering effective diplomatic engagements.