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  • Senate Panel Screens Omokri, Yakubu and Others as Ambassadors

    Senate Panel Screens Omokri, Yakubu and Others as Ambassadors

    Photo Credit:Punch Newspapers

    The Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs has screened a batch of non‑career ambassadorial nominees forwarded by President Bola Tinubu, including social commentator Reno Omokri and academic Professor Yakubu. Lawmakers questioned the nominees on their foreign‑policy priorities, diaspora‑engagement strategies and plans to promote Nigerian trade interests abroad.

    Committee members stressed the need for envoys who can defend Nigeria’s image, attract investments and support citizens in host countries. The nominees are expected to be formally confirmed after the committee submits its report to the full Senate.

    Source: Punch Newspapers – 11 Dec 2025

    2025-12-12 10:00:00 Punch Newspapers – 11 Dec 2025 2025-12-11

  • Senate Denies Receiving Petitions Against Tinubu’s Envoys

    Senate Denies Receiving Petitions Against Tinubu’s Envoys

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    The Senate has refuted claims that it received formal petitions against President Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominees, insisting that no written objections were submitted through official channels. Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee clarified that while public conversations and media debates exist, the upper chamber can only rely on properly documented complaints.

    The clarification follows controversy around some nominees and questions over their previous political roles. Lawmakers say background checks and security screening will continue, but stressed that due process and fairness will guide final confirmations.

    Source: Punch Newspapers – 11 Dec 2025

    2025-12-12 10:00:00 Punch Newspapers – 11 Dec 2025 2025-12-11