3 h. ago NSCI Urges Northern Leaders To Back Yakubu’s Ambassadorial Nomination

The Northern Stakeholders Consultative Initiative (NSCI) has urged political leaders from the northern region to support the ambassadorial nomination of former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu. This followed remarks reportedly made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar expressing reservations over Yakubu’s inclusion on the list of 35 ambassadorial nominees […]

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3 h. ago NSCI urges Northern leaders to support Yakubu’s ambassadorial nomination

“The time has come for us to focus on initiatives that foster development and strengthen our position within the country

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7 h. ago Lagos group urges Senate to halt confirmation of ambassadorial nominees

Signed by the Foundation’s President, Mr Miftau Bolaji Are, and steering committee member, Dr Lateef Onikoyi, the organisation argued that the nominations violate the principles of fairness, constitutional balance and federal character.

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12 h. ago Big diplomatic overhaul: Tinubu’s 65 envoy picks brace for Senate storm

President Tinubu’s 65 ambassadorial nominees are set for rigorous Senate grilling. Learn about the career and non-career diplomats on the list. Read More: https://punchng.com/big-diplomatic-overhaul-tinubus-65-envoy-picks-brace-for-senate-storm/

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24 h. ago Yakubu’s Ambassadorial Nomination ‘Terrible Optics’ For Tinubu Administration — Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said that the nomination of the immediate-past chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (EFCC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, as Ambassador by President Bola Tinubu, has presented a ‘terrible optics’ for the administration, which, according to him, was already battling with credibility issues. LEADERSHIP reports that the Presidency had at […]

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24 h. ago FULL LIST: Ibas, Dambazzau nominated as Tinubu increases ambassadorial list to 68

When added to the three names the President forwarded to the Senate earlier last week, the total number of nominees came to 68.

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32 h. ago Ambassadorial Nomination: Senate Committee Clears Oke, Are, Dalhatu

The Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs on Wednesday cleared Ayodele Oke, Kayode Are, and Aminu Dalhatu after an intense screening session at the National Assembly. The three nominees were part of the first batch transmitted by President Bola Tinubu to the upper chamber for confirmation. The session focused heavily on national security concerns, past service […]

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48 h. ago NDYC Condemns Campaign Against Prof. Yakubu’s Ambassadorial Nomination

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has condemned what it described as a coordinated and politically-driven campaign against the ambassadorial nomination of former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the group expressed concern over what it termed “deliberate attempts” to distort public perception and […]

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53 h. ago Criticisms against Mahmood’s ambassadorial nomination misplaced – Ohanaeze youths

The youth wing of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has described the criticisms against the nomination of read more Criticisms against Mahmood’s ambassadorial nomination misplaced – Ohanaeze youths

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55 h. ago Ambassadorial nomination: Mahmood Yakubu’s critics acting in bad faith — Ohanaeze

The youth wing of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has thrown its weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s nomination of former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu...

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63 h. ago Ambassadorial Appointments: Group Advocates Merit‑based Selection

A coalition of civil‑society groups under the banner of the Rescue Movement for New Nigeria (RMNN) has strongly condemned the federal government’s recent list of ambassadorial nominees, describing it as “a list driven by political compensation, not merit.” A statement, signed by the national secretary of the group, Oluwarotimi Daniels, said the inclusion of several […]

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3 d. ago Some of Tinubu’s ambassadorial picks shocking, reflect ‘mediocrity and impunity’ – Obi

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, on Monday criticised President Bola Tinubu’s latest list of ambassadorial nominees, saying read more Some of Tinubu’s ambassadorial picks shocking, reflect ‘mediocrity and impunity’ – Obi

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4 d. ago Tinubu Chose Best Ambassadorial Nominees For His Administration — Aide

Ademola Oshodi, a Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Foreign Affairs and Protocol, urged Nigerians critcising some of the nominees to refrain from damaging the character of people he said had not been convicted by a court. The post Tinubu Chose Best Ambassadorial Nominees For His Administration — Aide appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 d. ago Tinubu has prerogative to choose ambassadors, says presidency

The presidency defends President Tinubu’s latest ambassadorial nominations, asserting it is his prerogative to select envoys for his administration. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-has-prerogative-to-choose-ambassadors-says-presidency/

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4 d. ago Tinubu’s ambassadorial picks reflect sound judgment — APC group

An APC group defends President Tinubu’s ambassadorial picks against PDP criticism, calling the nominees eminently qualified and the choices sound judgment. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubus-ambassadorial-picks-reflect-sound-judgment-apc-group/

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5 d. ago ADC berates Tinubu’s ambassadorial list, says Yakubu’s nomination, a stain on INEC’s credibility

……Urges Yakubu to reject his nomination The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s latest ambassadorial appointments, describing read more ADC berates Tinubu’s ambassadorial list, says Yakubu’s nomination, a stain on INEC’s credibility

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5 d. ago A Call For Reason, Justice, And National Interest: Why The Confirmation Of Amb. Ayodele Oke Is Imperative

In his usual strategic capacity for recruiting competent talents, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has put forward a list of three non career ambassadorial nominees distinguished by their substantial expertise and proven records of public service. Among these exemplary selections, the nomination of Ambassador Ayodele Oke succinctly reflects that philosophy which prioritizes his strategic acumen and […]

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5 d. ago Folarin hails Tinubu over Ajimobi’s ambassadorial nomination

He also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he called a thoughtful and appropriate choice, noting that Mrs. Ajimobi is well prepared to represent Nigeria.

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5 d. ago “Tinubu Is Like Christ” – Reno Omokri Says, For Including Him Among Ambassadorial Nominees, Two Years After Vowing Never To Work For Tinubu

I thank God Almighty for this nomination and look forward to serving my fatherland and humanity. I am particularly grateful to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his visionary and exemplary leadership. The President has taught me the meaning of forgiveness and has helped me better understand […] The post “Tinubu Is Like Christ” – Reno Omokri Says, For Including Him Among Ambassadorial Nominees, Two Years After Vowing Never To Work For Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Ambassadorial nomination: Christlikeness is demonstrated in Tinubu — Reno Omokri

“The President has taught me the meaning of forgiveness and has helped me better understand what patriotism entails...

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