Hakeem Baba-Ahmed Urges President Tinubu to Address U.S.-Nigeria Diplomatic Tension

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a former special adviser to President Bola Tinubu, has called on President Tinubu to directly address the diplomatic tension between Nigeria and the United States. Baba-Ahmed expressed concerns over Tinubu's silence, warning that it could make the country appear weak.

He emphasized the need for Tinubu to communicate directly with the nation and appoint ambassadors to strengthen Nigeria's diplomatic capacity. Baba-Ahmed advised against Tinubu's reported travel to meet President Donald Trump, urging him to focus on rebuilding Nigeria's diplomatic strength and restoring confidence in leadership.