Tinubu Approved Land Allocation In Abuja To Ambassadors-Designate – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has announced that President Bola Tinubu approved the allocation of land in Abuja to ambassadors and high commissioners-designate.

Wike made this known on Tuesday while hosting a group of envoys, led by Dunoma Umar Ahmed, the permanent secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at his official residence in Life Camp, Abuja.

Speaking during the visit, the minister explained that the president’s decision is meant to ensure that Nigeria’s diplomats have a place of their own in the capital whenever they return for official duties or briefings.

​”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.

“Before you leave this morning, each and every one of you should have your form to apply for a land allocation in Abuja,” he said.

Wike added that the move is also intended to strengthen diplomatic engagement in Abuja and improve the relationship between foreign missions and the FCT.

[irp]

“You are, in essence, the mirror of this country. The way the world sees you is the way it will see Nigeria,” Wike said.

He called on them to actively promote the government’s agenda, especially in attracting foreign investors and building global partnerships, noting that the president has already made efforts abroad to secure economic cooperation.

“Mr. President has travelled extensively to attract investment and partnerships. It is now your role to reinforce that effort by building confidence in Nigeria as a viable destination for investment,” he said.

The minister also addressed concerns about Nigeria’s political direction, dismissing claims that the country is moving toward a one-party system.

“Nigeria remains a multi-party democracy. There is no plan to turn the country into a one-party state. You must communicate this clearly wherever you serve,” he added.

KanyiDaily recalls that James Faleke, who represents Ikeja federal constituency in the House of Representatives, recently obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) nomination and expression of interest forms on behalf of President Bola Tinubu.

[irp]