President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has tasked Nigeria’s newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners with improving the country’s global reputation while driving foreign investment and stronger international partnerships.
The directive was delivered on Monday at the opening of an induction programme for the envoys in Abuja, where the President was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.
According to a statement issued by the SGF’s media aide, Yomi Odunuga, “Tinubu charged Nigeria’s newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners to aggressively pursue foreign investments, strengthen strategic partnerships and reposition the country’s global image in line with evolving diplomatic realities.”
Tinubu highlighted the shifting nature of global politics and economics, stressing that diplomats must adopt modern, results-driven approaches.
“The international system is evolving rapidly. We must be prepared to meet these challenges by focusing on how best to protect and promote Nigeria’s national interest,” Tinubu said.
He encouraged envoys to blend traditional diplomacy with digital engagement and strategic communication, while actively projecting the achievements of his administration.
The President also unveiled a revised foreign policy framework, the 4D Doctrine, now reordered to Demography, Development, Diaspora and Democracy, placing citizens at the centre of diplomatic efforts.
“This re-ordering has put the Nigerian people at the centre of our foreign policy agenda and is aimed at harnessing outcomes for their maximum benefit,” he said.
Tinubu further urged professionalism, accountability and innovation, reminding the envoys of their role as custodians of Nigeria’s image abroad.
“You have a special responsibility in helping to reposition Nigeria in global affairs. The world is watching,” Tinubu said.
