By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja-
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged the Federal Government to immediately appoint qualified ambassadors to rejuvenate Nigeria’s diplomatic representation, rebuild international partnerships, and restore global trust in the country’s leadership.
In a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, made the appeal, emphasizing that the move was vital to strengthening Nigeria’s international presence and credibility.
Abdullahi’s statement appeared to respond to remarks by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who recently listed Nigeria as a “country of particular concern.”
Abdullahi stated that Nigeria’s current challenges transcend ethnic or religious divisions, describing them instead as “an existential threat endangering every citizen across the nation.” He called for a comprehensive overhaul of the national security framework, including an independent audit of security agencies’ performance, leadership, and operational strategies.
The ADC spokesperson further pushed for a reset of Nigeria’s foreign policy, one that prioritizes national interest, introduces bold economic reforms to combat inflation, and expands social welfare programs for vulnerable citizens.
He underscored the importance of transparent and people-centered governance, insisting that public institutions must serve the people rather than political figures.
Reflecting on the country’s worsening security situation, Abdullahi said, “We are guided by the painful reality that thousands of human lives have been lost—irrespective of tribe, religion, or region.” While acknowledging that insecurity did not begin under President Bola Tinubu, he warned that it had reached an alarming and dangerous level.
Abdullahi interpreted Trump’s comments as a signal of growing international concern over the sanctity of human life, stressing that true national dignity is not measured by economic power alone but also by a government’s respect for human rights and protection of its citizens.
He lamented Nigeria’s diplomatic shortcomings, describing them as factors worsening the nation’s vulnerability on the global stage. Abdullahi therefore urged the government to rebuild confidence, credibility, and effectiveness in its foreign relations.
While expressing appreciation to Trump and other world leaders for their concern about Nigeria’s security and democracy, Abdullahi cautioned against any form of foreign military intervention, saying such moves could undermine Nigeria’s fragile democratic structures.
> “Nigeria is not beyond saving, but time is running out. We must act with courage, clarity, and compassion to preserve the dignity of every Nigerian,” Abdullahi concluded.