The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, met with the Minister of Finance/Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, to advance discussions on sustainable financing for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Nigeria’s diplomatic Missions. Strategic funding remains the backbone of effective diplomacy.
The discussions focused on ensuring that the 2025 budget reflects Nigeria’s foreign policy priorities while also laying a solid foundation for the 2026 fiscal year. With adequate resources, Nigerian diplomats will be better positioned to safeguard national interests and strengthen the country’s role on the global stage.