Tinubu Approves Abuja Land for Envoys

ABUJA, Nigeria - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the allocation of land in Abuja to Nigeria's ambassadors and high commissioners-designate, Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike announced Tuesday, aiming to give the envoys a permanent residence in the capital for periodic briefings.

Wike disclosed the decision during a courtesy visit by the diplomats, led by Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dunoma Umar Ahmed, at his official residence in Life Camp, Abuja. He said the president recognized that many envoys lack accommodations in the city. "The President believes that most of you do not have a place in Abuja. He will encourage you to see how you will put up where you can stay," Wike told the group. "Before you leave this morning, each and every one of you should have your form to apply for a land allocation in Abuja."

The initiative seeks to deepen diplomatic presence in Nigeria's capital and foster stronger ties between foreign missions and the FCT administration. Wike urged the envoys to project a positive image of the country abroad, calling them "the mirror of this country." He tasked them with promoting President Tinubu's priorities,...