Tinubu approves postings of 65 ambassadors including FFK and Omokri

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the postings of 31 career and 34 non-career ambassadors to various countries and the United Nations. Notable appointees include Femi Fani-Kayode, known as FFK, to Germany, and Reno Omokri to Mexico.

On March 6, 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the approval of ambassadorial postings for Nigeria's diplomatic service. This includes 31 career ambassadors and 34 non-career ambassadors assigned to represent the country in international missions and at the United Nations.

Among the non-career appointees, Femi Fani-Kayode (FFK), a prominent political figure, has been posted as ambassador to Germany. Similarly, Reno Omokri, a political commentator and activist, will serve as ambassador to Mexico.

The appointments come as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria's diplomatic presence abroad. No further details on other postings or the selection process were provided in the announcement.

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