Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the posting of four ambassador-designates from the 68 confirmed by the Senate last December. Notable among the prominent figures omitted from this initial posting to key countries is Jimoh Ibrahim, the serving senator for Ondo South.
Starnews NG reports that this news has sparked speculation and curiosity among his constituents regarding his future in diplomacy.
In a statement issued by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the President confirmed the appointments of Ambassador Ayodele Oke as the ambassador-designate to France, Colonel Lateef Are as the ambassador-designate to the United States of America, Ambassador Amin Dalhatu as the high commissioner-designate to the United Kingdom, and Usman Isa Dakingari Suleiman as the ambassador-designate to Turkey, where the President is scheduled to commence a state visit next week.
Despite the excitement surrounding these appointments, Jimoh Ibrahim’s omission from this initial posting has left many in Ondo South questioning what lies ahead for their senator. His acceptance of the nomination for an ambassadorial role while still serving in the Senate has raised eyebrows, with constituents pondering why he would choose to relinquish his influential position for a diplomatic assignment.
With the first set of postings now announced without Ibrahim’s name, his supporters are eagerly awaiting the next announcement from President Tinubu. They hope to learn where he might be assigned, particularly with rumours circulating about a potential role at the United Nations as a permanent representative.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, the Ondo South community is left to speculate on the implications of Ibrahim’s ambitions and what they might mean for their representation on both national and international stages. The anticipation is palpable, and many are keen to see how this chapter unfolds for Jimoh Ibrahim.
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