president john dramani mahama has appointed baba sadiq abdulai abu as ghana’s high commissioner-designate to the federal republic of nigeria, in a decisive move aimed at revitalising and strengthening diplomatic, economic, and political relations between the two influential west african states.
the appointment positions baba sadiq as ghana’s principal envoy in abuja, where he will be tasked with safeguarding national interests, deepening bilateral cooperation, and fostering stronger partnerships in trade, security, culture, and regional integration.
as high commissioner-designate, he will also play a central role in promoting ghana’s economic agenda, facilitating cross-border investments, and strengthening people-to-people ties between citizens of both countries.
government sources say the decision reflects president mahama’s firm confidence in baba sadiq’s leadership qualities, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to public service.
in a message celebrating the appointment, it was noted: “congratulations, baba sadiq, on your well-deserved nomination by president mahama as high commissioner-designate to the federal republic of nigeria. i have every confidence that you will proudly elevate ghana’s image and make the youth of our continent proud.”
nigeria remains one of ghana’s most critical diplomatic and economic partners within the economic community of west african states (ecowas), making the role particularly significant at a time when regional collaboration is vital to stability and growth.
The announcement comes just weeks after president mahama ordered the immediate recall of the former high commissioner, mohammed baba jamal ahmed, following allegations of voter inducement. that development sparked public debate and intensified scrutiny over ghana’s diplomatic representation abroad.
with this latest appointment, the presidency appears determined to reset the tone of ghana’s mission in nigeria and reinforce confidence in the country’s diplomatic corps.
Source: Wesleyannews.com
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