By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
President Bola Tinubu has declared that there are still some ambassadorial positions that are still open, indicating that they will still be filled by his administration.
Since September, 2023 when President Tinubu recalled all the ambassadors, the Nigeria missions have been operating without ambassadors.
The current administration had earlier declared that the government has not appointed the ambassadors due to costs.
Nigeria has a total of 105 diplomatic missions abroad, with the missions currently being headed by Charge’ d’ affairs, in the absence of ambassadors and high commissioners.
Speaking with members of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), the President stated that he could not offer appointments to everyone who worked for the party in 2023.
“I still have some slots for ambassadorial positions that so many people are craving for. But it’s not easy stitching those names,” he said.
“First of all we are fixing the economy. Bringing hope to the people. That is what we are looking for. And that is who is here.
“ Don’t let anybody threaten you with uncertainty. We know the direction we are going, and we are certain of success. The legacy you will inherit from me is total commitment to justice, transparency and progress. At the end of this journey, it will be a house of joy and prosperity for all.”
Tinubu described the opposition parties as ” mere recreation centers”.
Tinubu assured the group of an ambassadorial slot, adding that he couldn’t appoint everyone at the same time.
The delegation, led by Tanko Almakura, former Nasarawa State Governor and ex-senator, at the event, assured the President that the CPC bloc within the APC remained firmly behind his administration and would mobilise nationwide to ensure the party’s victory in the next election.
Al-Makura, speaking for the delegation, also assured Tinubu of unwavering loyalty.
“We are with you in loyalty, in person, and in purpose. May Almighty God grant you the wisdom and strength to continue leading our nation,” he said.
While commending Tinubu for steering the country through challenging economic times and for sustaining peace and stability, the former Nasarawa state Governor also lauded the President for honouring the memory of their late leader and mentor, former President Muhammadu Buhari.