By Raphael Oni
Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed, was among 21 newly accredited envoys who presented their Letters of Credence to President Bola Tinubu in Abuja on Thursday.
The milestone event marked a significant moment in Nigeria’s diplomatic history, with President Tinubu reaffirming the country’s commitment to promoting peace, harmony, and prosperity across borders.
In his address, President Tinubu welcomed the envoys and emphasized Nigeria’s dedication to strengthening partnerships to address emerging global challenges. He urged the diplomats to engage with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on areas of shared interest and mutual benefits, highlighting his administration’s open-door policy.
“We value our longstanding friendship and strategic partnership across all regions of the world. Your accreditation today reaffirms the depth of our bilateral ties and our shared commitment to expand cooperation and partnership in areas of mutual interest,” President Tinubu said.
The 21 envoys, comprising 17 ambassadors and 4 high commissioners, represented countries including Japan, Chad, Gabon, Türkiye, Palestine, Spain, Indonesia, Mauritania, Austria, Thailand, Bangladesh, Sweden, Czech Republic, Liberia, Ghana, India, Poland, Italy, Slovak Republic, Iran, and Barbados.
High Commissioner Ahmed of Ghana while in a chat with our correspondent in his residence after the event expressed gratitude for the warm reception, saying, “It is a historic moment for us all as we embark on a new chapter in deepening relations among our various countries and with Nigeria.”
Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, has expressed appreciation to President John Mahama for his nomination and promised to do his best to promote the cordial relationship between Nigeria and Ghana. Ahmed pledged to work tirelessly to strengthen the historic ties between the two West African nations.
The Ghanaian envoy’s remarks underscore the strong bilateral relations between Nigeria and Ghana, two of the region’s economic powerhouses.
“Nigeria and Ghana have traditionally enjoyed strong ties, and I am committed to building on this foundation to take our relationship to new heights,” High Commissioner Ahmed said.
The Nigeria-Ghana relationship is a cornerstone of regional stability and economic integration in West Africa, with both countries playing key roles in ECOWAS and other multilateral forums.
Analysts say the strong ties between Nigeria and Ghana have the potential to drive economic growth, promote peace, and enhance regional influence in Africa.
The accreditation of High Commissioner Ahmed is seen as a significant step in deepening Nigeria-Ghana cooperation, with expectations of increased trade, investment, and cultural exchanges between the two nations.
The event underscores Nigeria’s growing influence on the global stage, with its contributions to economic prosperity and political stability in ECOWAS and Africa earning it international recognition.
