RMAFC Initiates Review of Funding for Nigeria's Missions

The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), led by Chairman Dr Mohammed Shehu, is conducting a review of funding arrangements for Nigeria's diplomatic missions abroad. This initiative, announced during the inaugural meeting of the Presidential Technical Working Group on November 10, 2026, in Abuja, aims to ensure sustainable financing and improve operational efficiency.

The review is in response to a presidential directive issued on October 14, 2026, which mandates a comprehensive fiscal and technical review in collaboration with relevant government agencies. Dr Shehu emphasized the importance of Nigeria's missions as symbols of sovereignty and instruments of international engagement.

The working group is expected to submit its report, including an action plan, to President Bola Tinubu by December 11, 2026. The review will assess existing funding arrangements, identify causes of funding instability, and recommend a framework that aligns with Nigeria's public financial realities, while also considering international best practices.