Femi Fani-Kayode Begins Role as Nigeria's Envoy to South Africa

Femi Fani-Kayode has formally assumed his duties as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to South Africa after presenting copies of his Letters of Credence to the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) on Friday, 30 October. The presentation was made to Clayson Monyela, Deputy Director-General of Public Diplomacy and Acting Chief of State Protocol at DIRCO.

This event marks the official commencement of Fani-Kayode’s diplomatic functions, authorizing him to represent Nigeria in South Africa on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The change in South Africa’s diplomatic protocol allows a head of mission to assume office upon submitting these documents.

Following the presentation, Fani-Kayode held an introductory meeting with Ambassador Seboga, a Deputy Director-General of DIRCO, where he expressed confidence in strengthening bilateral relations and emphasized the need for renewed cooperation and strategic partnerships between Nigeria and South Africa. He is also concurrently accredited to the Kingdoms of Lesotho and Eswatini.