Presidency Defends Ambassadorial Nominees Amid Controversy

The Presidency defended President Buhari's choice of ambassadorial nominees, stating that the selections reflect the President's best judgment. Ademola Oshodi, a senior special assistant, argued that political appointees in diplomatic roles are standard practice globally.

The list of 32 nominees includes notable figures like Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.

The nominees will undergo Senate confirmation.