Alkasim Abdulkadir

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu addresses the press shortly after a closed-door meeting with Chad’s President, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

Nigeria plans to raise $5 billion from the United Arab Emirates’ largest lender in a derivatives deal to cut borrowing costs bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

It was a highly emotional valedictory session in honour of my esteemed colleague Amb. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Nigeria’s outgoing Minister of Foreign Affairs at the Rotunda, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in recognition of his service and contributions to our nation's foreign policy. The impromptu event witnessed an impressive turnout of officers and staff of the ministry, senior government officials, directors and representatives of key agencies, stakeholders within Nigeria’s foreign policy community and colleagues who praised Amb. Tuggar's diligence, professionalism, leadership style and dedication to national service as well as his commitment towards advancing the nation's interests on the international arena. Farewell to an amazing colleague. It was a great experience working with you, Y.E. Thanks immensely for your encouragement, guidance and support. You will be greatly missed! Wishing you the very best in your next chapter!

Tuggar: Over-alignment risks dragging Nigeria into unwanted conflicts Yusuf Tuggar, former minister of foreign affairs, has warned against Nigeria over-aligning with global powers, saying it could erode sovereignty and expose the country to unwanted conflicts. Tuggar spoke on Monday while delivering the inaugural lecture of the Institute of Diplomatic Practice, Culture and Language Development at Achievers University, Owo, Ondo. He said Nigeria’s strategic autonomy is the most viable path in an increasingly fragmented global order. thecable.ng/tuggar-over-al…

HMFA! The brand! The unending intellectualism, the passion, the grit! The patriotism, the Nigeria and the Nigerian voice! The sheer greatness. The Yusuf Tuggar! I’m excited, I’m most grateful and I’m most fired up! Bauchi has a chance and I would never condescend the opportunity for opportunism. I’m eternally grateful for the Boss, the one that made me search for Jean Raspails book for almost a year. For the fighting spirit and for the eternal commitment to Nigeria’s strategic autonomy. You’re such a great individual. You’re the kind of politician that is worth standing with. We run! And yes we run! Whatever the outcome, men must pursue their passions and destinies. People are not made like this a lot, but posterity I’ve found to be the better judge. I will write eventually, but for now, I’m most grateful to Your Excellency for the learning curve. Bauchi, Sai Tuggar 🥂🇳🇬

@ShehunGwandu You fake faceless spineless coward, disprove the lie let’s see. An imp changing user names 6 times, I’ve called you out on your lie, next time come correct or refund your pay masters.

He along with DPO will be remembered how they bungled ECOWAS. Nigeria is lucky we did not heed their advice to attack Niger Republic. They would have shamed us.

Tuggar resigns, becomes first minister to resign from the President Bola Tinubu administration's cabinet to pursue elective ambition. Public offices he has held include: - Minister of Foreign Affairs (2023 - 2026) - Ambassador of Nigeria to Germany (2017 - 2023) - Member, House of Representatives (2007 - 2011) His last official assignment before his resignation today was the investiture of Ambassadors-in-situ.

@ShehunGwandu The threat by ECOWAS to use force against Niger was formally issued on July 30, 2023. Amb. Tuggar assumed office, Monday, 21st August, 2023.

@alkayy When was he appointed as Minister?

Amb @YusufTuggar has resigned as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs. @NigeriaMFA

PRESS STATEMENT Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar resigns as Nigeria’s foreign Minister The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar has resigned as Nigeria’s Minister of Affairs. In his letter of resignation, the Minister expressed his profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the opportunity to serve the nation and to contribute to the implementation of the President’s 4D foreign policy strategy as a guiding framework for Nigeria’s foreign policy. Ambassador Tuggar also expressed his sincere appreciation to the management and staff of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as well as members of the diplomatic community, for their cooperation and support throughout his tenure. During his time in office, the Minister demonstrated strong leadership and commitment to advancing Nigeria’s foreign policy objectives. His tenure was marked by several notable achievements, advancing people-centred diplomacy through humanitarian evacuations, scholarship facilitation, and sustained support for Nigerians abroad, enhancing diaspora engagement, including the development of a structured Nigerians-in-Diaspora database to deepen national participation. It was also a time of deepening bilateral and multilateral relations through strategic engagements with key traditional partners and regional alliances especially in the global south. His tenure will be remembered for promoting regional and security cooperation and the formation of the Regional Papartnership for democracy RPD . Driving economic diplomacy by positioning Nigeria as an attractive destination for foreign investment, particularly in the energy sector. Facilitating diplomatic resolutions that led to the release of detained Nigerians abroad and strengthened bilateral relations. He submitted his letter of resignation to the SGF’s office before the stipulated 31st of March date for political office holders to hand over their resignations as stipulated by the electoral act and instructed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Dr. Abubakar Kana Permanent Secretary General Services Office received the letter on behalf of the office of the Secretary to the Government. Signed Alkasim Abdulkadir Special Assistant on Media and Communications Strategy to Amb Yusuf Maitama Tuggar.

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Foreign minister Yusuf Tuggar argues West Africa should become a new global hub for oil and gas. ➡️ l.theafricareport.com/y6C Interview by Patrick Smith.

I warmly congratulate His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR @officialABAT, on the occasion of his 74th birthday. Your leadership continues to shape Nigeria’s path and global voice. Wishing you strength and wisdom for the journey ahead.

Foreign minister Yusuf Tuggar argues West Africa should become a new global hub for oil and gas. ➡️ l.theafricareport.com/i43 Interview by Patrick Smith.

The @OfficialAPCNg National Convention begins today, marking an important step in strengthening our party structures and preparing for the tasks ahead.

Happening Now: Africana Conference officially begins with Keynote by Nigeria’s Foreign Minister @YusufTuggar

I spoke to @DeutscheWelle regarding the possibility of France buttressing Nigeria's counterterrorism capacity and whether such assistance will be subject to the same pitfalls as we have witnessed in the Sahel dw.com/en/nigeria-mov…

Ahead of tomorrow’s @OfficialAPCNg National Convention, I joined colleagues and members of my committee for a final walkthrough of the venue and Situation Room to review readiness and coordination. From there, it was a quick return to the Ministry to continue the day’s diplomatic engagements, balancing party responsibilities with national duty.

Nigeria-EU 8th ministerial dialogue – Joint communiqué consilium.europa.eu/media/r3ogw4kb…