The Honourable Minister of International Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has appointed Ambassador Ahmed Sule because the Particular Assistant on Diplomacy and International Relations.
The appointment was introduced in a press launch issued by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Spokesperson, of the Ministry of International Affairs.
In keeping with the Ministry, Ambassador Sule is a Political Science graduate from Bayero College, Kano, and a retired profession diplomat with over 30 years of expertise in international service.
Earlier than his retirement from the Nigerian diplomatic service in 2024, he labored throughout varied Directorates and Divisions of the Ministry of International Affairs, Abuja.
Earlier diplomatic roles
His diplomatic profession additionally noticed him serve on the Everlasting Mission of Nigeria to the United Nations in New York, USA; the place he contributed to Nigeria’s engagements on the UN.
- Embassy of Nigeria in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Strengthened bilateral relations between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia.
- Excessive Fee of Nigeria in Ottawa, Canada: Enhanced diplomatic ties and cooperation with Canada.
- Appearing Excessive Commissioner of Nigeria in London, United Kingdom: Led the mission throughout a important interval, fostering UK-Nigeria relations.
- In 2021, Ambassador Sule was appointed because the Principal Envoy of Nigeria to the Republic of India, by former President Muhammadu Buhari with concurrent accreditation to Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, serving meritoriously till December 2023.
Ministry’s assertion on the appointment
The Ministry of International Affairs expressed confidence in Ambassador Sule’s means to contribute successfully to the nation’s diplomatic engagements.
“Whereas the Ministry of International Affairs congratulates the seasoned diplomat on his appointment, he’s anticipated to deliver to bear his wealth of expertise within the implementation of the Honourable Minister’s international coverage drive,” The press assertion learn.
Whereas the Ministry of International Affairs has congratulated the seasoned diplomat on his appointment, he’s anticipated to deliver to bear his wealth of expertise within the implementation of the Honourable Minister’s international coverage drive.