Nigeria’s newly appointed High Commissioner to India, Ambassador Saidu Dahiru Muhammad (also referred to as Saidu Muhammad), officially takes up his post in New Delhi. Multiple reports say he arrives in India earlier in the week with his wife, Rukayya, and is received at Indira Gandhi International Airport by Nigerian High Commission officials, representatives of India’s Ministry of External Affairs, members of the Nigerian community, and other African envoys accredited to India. A formal assumption-of-duty ceremony follows in which Muhammad describes the posting as a return to familiar ground, citing earlier experiences in India from about two decades ago when he visited for promotion examinations and other assignments. He pledges to lead in an inclusive manner, emphasizing consultation and engagement with embassy staff and Nigerians in India. He also urges Nigerians in India to maintain a positive mindset. On bilateral cooperation, Muhammad says his tenure will focus on strengthening Nigeria–India relations, particularly through efforts to grow trade and investment and to achieve a more favorable balance for Nigeria. Representatives of the Nigerian community welcome his appointment, expressing optimism about his leadership and support.
Nigeria’s new High Commissioner to India, Saidu Muhammad, assumes office in New Delhi
Nigeria’s newly appointed High Commissioner to India, Ambassador Saidu Dahiru Muhammad (also referred to as Saidu Muhammad), officially takes up his post in New Delhi. Multiple reports say he arrives...
- Ambassador Saidu Dahiru Muhammad (Saidu Muhammad) assumes office as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to India in New Delhi.
- Reports say he arrives in India earlier in the week and is received at Indira Gandhi International Airport by Nigerian officials, India’s Ministry of External Affairs representatives, the Nigerian community, and other African envoys.
- At a formal ceremony, he recalls earlier visits to India from about two decades ago for promotion examinations and regional assignments.
- He pledges an inclusive leadership style focused on consultation and engagement with embassy staff and Nigerians in India.
- He says strengthening Nigeria–India relations—especially trade and investment—is a key priority for his tenure.
Nigeria’s new High Commissioner to India, Saidu Muhammad, assumes office, pledging to strengthen Nigeria India relations and foster an inclusive approach. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-new-high-commissioner-to-india-assumes-office/
3 hours agoNigeria’s newly appointed High Commissioner to India, Ambassador Saidu Dahiru Muhammad, has officially taken up his post in New Delhi.Muhammad, who arrived in India earlier this week with his wife, Rukayya, was warmly received at the Indira Gandhi International Airport by officials of the Nigerian High Commission, representatives of India’s Ministry of External Affairs, members of the Nigerian community, and several African envoys accredited to India.Speaking at a formal declaration ceremony, Muhammad described his appointment as a return to familiar ground, recalling his earlier visits to India for promotion examinations and regional assignments over the past two decades.“Twenty years ago I was here as a young officer writing for my first promotion exams overseas… and today, by the special grace of Almighty Allah, I have assumed duty here as substantive Nigerian High Commissioner to the Republic of India,” he said.Muhammad pledged to adopt an inclusive leadership style, assuring embassy staff and Nigerians in India that his tenure would be marked by consultation and engagement. Borrowing a phrase from former President Muhammadu Buhari, whom he described as a mentor, he emphasized that he “belonged to everybody and to nobody.”He urged Nigerians in India to maintain a positive outlook, stressing that mindset often shapes outcomes. He also highlighted his determination to strengthen bilateral ties, particularly in trade and investment, with the goal of achieving a more favourable balance for Nigeria.Hilary Okeke, President of the All India Nigeria-India Students and Community Association, welcomed the envoy on behalf of the Nigerian community, expressing optimism about his support and leadership.
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