The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has publicly acknowledged the ongoing financial and operational challenges facing several Nigerian diplomatic and consular missions abroad, citing budgetary constraints and foreign exchange policy shifts as key contributing factors.
In a statement issued today, and signed by Ministry spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa, the ministry admitted that the financial strain has disrupted the smooth running of missions, including delays in paying locally recruited staff, service providers, rent, and allowances for home-based officers.
The ministry however emphasised that the budgetary shortfalls over the years have significantly hampered the effective functioning of missions and their ability to fulfil core diplomatic responsibilities, further assuring Nigerians, both home and abroad, that the welfare of diplomatic staff and their families remains a priority for the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
