Agbese tasks new envoys on national interest

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja

The Deputy Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Media and Publicity, Philip Agbese has charged the newly deployed ambassadors to pursue Nigeria’s interest diligently in the respective countries, where they have been posted.

Agbese, in an interview with journalists, in Abuja, described the ambassadorial postings as part of strategic moves by the Federal Government to enhance Nigeria’s standing in the international community.

The lawmaker, while commending President Bola Tinubu for the appointment of the ambassadors, stated that it reflects a deliberate effort by the administration to reposition Nigeria’s diplomatic presence and strengthen its voice in multilateral engagements at the global stage.

He eexpressed optimism that the new envoys would advance Nigeria’s foreign policy objectives, promote economic diplomacy, and attract investment into the country.

Agbese, who recently dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Labour Party (LP) , lauded the deployment of Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, stating that his appointment as a significant asset not only to Nigeria but to the global community.

According to him, Ibrahim’s wealth of experience in legislation, business, and public service places him in a strong position to contribute meaningfully to global diplomacy, especially at a time marked by geopolitical tensions and conflicts across regions.

“Senator Jimoh Ibrahim’s appointment is not just beneficial to Nigeria; it is an asset to the United Nations. His vast experience and global exposure position him to contribute to efforts aimed at stabilising troubled regions and promoting dialogue over conflict.

“His emergence will also help deepen engagement between the African continent and the rest of the world, ensuring that Africa’s voice is better represented and its interests effectively articulated,” Agbese said.