Otamere Gladness 
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar
ABUJA, Nigeria – Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs renews concerns over persistent funding delays, as its Permanent Secretary meets the Accountant-General of the Federation to seek improved financial support.
Permanent Secretary Ambassador Dunoma Ahmed visits the Office of the Accountant-General, Dr Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, to press for more predictable and timely releases of approved funds to Nigeria’s diplomatic missions abroad.
According to a statement by ministry spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa, the discussions focus on cash-flow challenges affecting embassies, consulates and headquarters operations.
The ministry has repeatedly complained that prolonged funding delays result in unpaid obligations and operational disruptions at foreign missions.
While neither office discloses specific commitments, the engagement coincides with Nigeria’s ongoing reconstitution of its diplomatic corps.
After nearly two years without substantive heads of mission, President Bola Tinubu forwards 65 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate in batches between November and December, all of whom have now been confirmed.
The expanded list includes high-profile figures such as former INEC Chairman Prof Mahmood Yakubu, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, former Abia Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, and ex-minister Femi Fani-Kayode.
Analysts say reliable funding will be critical to the effectiveness of the new ambassadorial postings, as Nigeria seeks to rebuild its diplomatic presence and international influence.
The Foreign Affairs Ministry reiterates that improved financial coordination remains central to sustaining Nigeria’s foreign policy objectives and protecting its global interests.
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