Minister Enikanolaiy Seeks Retired Ambassadors' Partnership

On July 8, 2026, Honourable Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sola Enikanolaiy, met with a group of retired ambassadors led by Ambassador Roddi Igwebuik Nwokeabia at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tafawa Balewa House, Abuja. Enikanolaiy expressed the Nigerian government's commitment to strengthening the foreign service by leveraging the vast experience and knowledge of retired diplomats.

He acknowledged the retired ambassadors' dedication to Nigeria's diplomatic corps and their invaluable contributions over the years. The Minister outlined plans to establish a structured framework for engaging retired ambassadors, which includes mentorship policies aimed at guiding younger foreign service officers.

He also disclosed ongoing initiatives to create opportunities for retired ambassadors to participate in policy retreats and seminars, thus enhancing Nigeria's diplomatic service and advancing the country's foreign policy objectives. The meeting underscored the importance of preserving the institutional memory of Nigeria's foreign service.