Jimoh Ibrahim Bids Colleagues In Senate Farewell After Confirmation As Ambassador

Jimoh Ibrahim, senator representing Ondo south, delivered a valedictory speech on the senate floor on Tuesday following his confirmation as a non-career ambassador.

Ibrahim was among the 64 ambassadorial nominees confirmed by the senate on December 18 after President Bola Tinubu’s nomination.

Addressing his colleagues after coming under order 42 (personal explanation) during the plenary, the lawmaker thanked the leadership of the 10th senate, describing the chamber as liberal, inclusive and focused on national development.

“I must sincerely appreciate the effort of this chamber and, more importantly, the leadership of the 10th senate under your very able leadership,” he said.

Ibrahim, according to a reliable source is tipped to be Nigeria’s permanent representative in the United Nations.