Nigeria has recalled its ambassadors from all countries

The President of Nigeria demanded to recall ambassadors from all countries

The authorities explained this decision by the desire to "ensure world-class efficiency and quality" in the provision of diplomatic services. Nigeria has 109 diplomatic missions around the world

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu ordered the immediate recall of the country's ambassadors from around the world, the administration of the head of state reports on the social network X (formerly Twitter).

The decision was made after "a thorough study of the situation in Nigerian consulates and embassies around the world." "The President is determined to ensure world—class efficiency and quality that will characterize the provision of services," the statement said.

Only the Permanent Representatives of Nigeria to the UN in New York and Geneva will continue their work due to the upcoming meeting of the General Assembly, which will be held later in September.

Nigeria has 109 diplomatic missions around the world, including 76 embassies, 22 high commissions and 11 consulates, Reuters notes. The post of ambassador to Russia has been held by Abdullahi Shehu since 2021.

Bola Tinubu is 71 years old, he took over as President of Nigeria in March. Reuters notes that upon taking office, Tinubu announced the most ambitious reforms in recent decades. For example, in May, during his inaugural speech, he announced that he was canceling fuel subsidies for the population. This has led to an increase in gasoline prices by more than two times, and food and other necessities have also risen in price. The President promised that the authorities would control prices. According to Tinubu, eventually the country will save "trillions of naira" annually and this money will be used to implement reforms that will help stimulate the economy.

Tinubu heads the Economic Community of West African Countries (ECOWAS), which condemned the military coup in neighboring Niger and declared readiness for military intervention if constitutional order in the country is not restored. Tinubu said he wanted to avoid the use of military force.