Femi Pedro Assumes Office As Nigeria’s High Commissioner To Australia And Pacific Nations
Former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Olufemi Pedro, has officially assumed office as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Australia and several Pacific nations, including New Zealand.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, Pedro announced that he formally presented his Letters of Credence to Sam Mostyn, Governor-General of Australia, on June 23, marking the beginning of his diplomatic assignment.
Describing the event as more than a ceremonial obligation, Pedro said the occasion signified the official commencement of his duties as Nigeria’s representative to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, the Solomon Islands, and other Oceanic states.
“Today’s ceremony marks the official commencement of my duties as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, the Solomon Islands, and the Oceanic States. This is not just a ceremonial milestone—it is a call to action,” he stated.
Pedro noted that Nigeria and Australia share a longstanding and evolving relationship built on mutual respect, shared Commonwealth values, and expanding economic opportunities.
He identified critical minerals, agricultural innovation, education, and financial technology as key areas for enhanced cooperation, emphasizing Nigeria’s readiness to deepen trade and investment partnerships across the region.
“Nigeria is open for business, and I look forward to working with the Australian government and our partners across the region to advance trade, investment, education, and cultural exchange,” he said.
Addressing Nigerians residing in Australia and the Pacific countries under his accreditation, Pedro affirmed his commitment to representing their interests and aspirations as Nigeria’s High Commissioner.
“To my fellow Nigerians in Australia and across the Oceanic States, I am officially in post as your High Commissioner. I carry President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s mandate, and I also carry your identity, your aspirations, your hard work, and your pride,” he said.
Pedro added that his diplomatic mission would be guided by Nigeria’s renewed foreign policy framework, anchored on the principles of demography, development, diaspora, and democracy, as well as the National Values Charter.
He called on Nigerians abroad to actively contribute to nation-building efforts, stressing the importance of strengthening Nigeria’s global image through collaboration with the diaspora community.
“The world is watching Nigeria. Now, we deliver,” he added.
Pedro was among the 32 non-career ambassadorial nominees submitted by President Bola Tinubu to the Senate for confirmation in November 2025.
