Politics
Reno Omokri lobbies presidential aide ahead of ambassadorial screening in National Assembly
Basheer Lado Mohammed, special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Senate matters, on Tuesday, received former presidential aide, Reno Omokri following his nomination as a non-career ambassador.
The move is part of the lobbying process to get the Senate’s nod after Omokri’s nomination caused uproar in the polity.
Lado said Omokri’s nomination reflects the president’s commitment to building a more dynamic and impactful diplomatic corps.
“With his strong communication skills and passion for national unity, I am confident that Ambassador-designate Omokri will excel in this new role,” Lado wrote on Facebook.
Lado said his office remains committed to supporting the president’s vision and strengthening engagements that advance Nigeria’s interests.
He said Omokri presented him with a traditional walking stick made from sapele timber from Delta state, which he described as beautifully crafted.
On his part, Omokri described Lado as a gentleman and praised his nobility, efficiency and service to the president.
“I thank him for receiving me today and enriching my knowledge with his deep insights,” Omokri wrote on his social media pages.
