Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has publicly expressed deep appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for naming him among 32 ambassador-designates recently forwarded to the Senate for confirmation.
In a statement posted on X on Sunday, Omokri described Tinubu as “Christlike,” praising the President for demonstrating forgiveness and patriotism. He said the nomination reflects Tinubu’s “visionary and exemplary leadership,” adding that he is committed to serving Nigeria with dedication.
“The President has taught me the meaning of forgiveness and has helped me better understand what patriotism entails. In short, Christlikeness is demonstrated in him. He is the right man, at the right time, for the right job,” Omokri wrote.
He also thanked his parents for their role in shaping his character and offered special gratitude to the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, whom he described as a man of exceptional goodness.
Omokri further acknowledged his wife, Hana, calling her a pillar of support during the period he faced criticism from those opposed to his support for the President.
The ambassadorial nomination list, transmitted to the Senate on Saturday, features notable figures including former INEC chairman Mahmood Yakubu, former aviation minister Femi Fani-Kayode, and former Enugu State governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.
According to the Presidency, the nominees—comprising both career and non-career diplomats—will receive their foreign postings upon Senate confirmation.
