Ambassador Shehu Ilu Barde has formally assumed duty as Nigeria’s 16th High Commissioner to Ghana after presenting his Letters of Credence to President John Dramani Mahama at the Jubilee House in Accra.
The ceremony took place on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, officially marking the commencement of Barde’s diplomatic assignment in the West African country.
During the presentation, Barde conveyed the goodwill and best wishes of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to President Mahama, the Ghanaian government and its people.
He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening the longstanding diplomatic, economic, cultural and political relations between the two countries.
The new High Commissioner described his appointment as an opportunity to deepen the historical bonds of friendship, solidarity and cooperation between Nigeria and Ghana.
He also stressed Nigeria’s commitment to the principles of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), particularly regional economic integration, security cooperation and stability.
Barde commended President Mahama for his leadership and contributions to regional development, particularly efforts towards strengthening economic integration within the ECOWAS sub-region.
He identified youth unemployment, drug and substance abuse, illegal mining, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, and terrorism as some of the major challenges confronting West Africa.
According to him, Nigeria is ready to work with Ghana through bilateral and multilateral platforms to address the challenges and promote lasting peace and development in the region.
Barde further noted that Nigeria and Ghana share common interests and aspirations in promoting democratic governance, regional security, economic prosperity and sustainable development.
He assured that the Nigerian High Commission in Accra would work closely with the Ghanaian government, diplomatic community, private sector and other stakeholders to advance the mutual interests of both countries.
Nigeria and Ghana maintain longstanding relations rooted in shared history, cultural connections and economic cooperation, with both countries playing significant roles in regional integration and African development.
Katsina Times
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