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  Photo Credit: Prime Times President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the deployment of four newly appointed Nigerian ambassadors to strategic countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Turkey. The postings are part of the federal government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s diplomatic presence, improve bilateral relations, and advance the country’s foreign policy objectives across key global regions. According to official sources, the ambassadors-designate are expected to represent Nigeria’s interests in political, economic, and diplomatic engagements, while also fostering cooperation in areas such as trade, security, and international partnerships. The move comes amid renewed focus on Nigeria’s foreign relations and diplomatic repositioning under the current administration.

China has strongly criticized what it described as unilateral actions by the United States, stating that it will never accept any country positioning itself as the “world’s judge,” following the detention of an individual linked to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in the U.S. Speaking on the development, a spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized Beijing’s long-standing opposition to unilateral sanctions, extraterritorial law enforcement, and actions that undermine international norms. The spokesperson said such measures violate the principles of sovereignty and non-interference in the internal affairs of other nations. According to China, the detention raises broader concerns about the misuse of domestic laws to exert influence beyond national borders. The Chinese government urged countries involved to respect international law, uphold due process, and resolve disputes through dialogue rather than coercive measures. China also reiterated its support for Venez...