Baba Sadiq appointed as Ghana's High Commissioner to Nigeria

President John Dramani Mahama has named Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu as Ghana’s High Commissioner-Designate to Nigeria, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on March 1, 2026.

“Congratulations, Baba Sadiq on your well-deserved appointment by President Mahama as High Commissioner designate to the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“I have no doubt you will hold aloft Ghana’s flag and make the youth of our continent proud," the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, said on X on March 1, 2026.

As High Commissioner-designate, Abu is expected to spearhead initiatives that enhance trade, cultural exchange and diplomatic cooperation between the two neighboring countries.

His role will officially commence following Nigeria’s formal acceptance and completion of standard diplomatic procedures.

The new appointment follows the recall of the previous High Commissioner, Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, popularly known as Baba Jamal.

He was recalled on February 7, 2026, after allegations of voter inducement surfaced following his participation and victory in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries in the Ayawaso East Constituency.

Congrats to my husband, BABA SADIQ on his appointment as Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria.

We’re grateful for the trust placed in him by the His Excellency John Dramani Mahama to serve our nation. I pray for wisdom, strength and success in this important responsibility. pic.twitter.com/5UNO8LSgq6

— Adiza Ibrahim (@KuburahDiamonds) March 1, 2026