ABUJA/Nigeria: Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has applauded the nomination of Ambassador-Designate Efe Alexandra Clark-Omeru, describing her as a distinguished diplomat whose professionalism, experience, and passion for national service will significantly strengthen Nigeria’s foreign policy engagement.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, Senator Dafinone said he was pleased to receive Clark-Omeru earlier in the day ahead of her screening at the National Assembly. He described their discussion as insightful and reassuring, citing her impressive track record in the foreign service.
“This morning, I had the pleasure of receiving Ambassador-Designate, Amb. Efe Alexandra Clark-Omeru, ahead of her screening at the National Assembly,” he said. “Ambassador-Designate Clark-Omeru is one of the 34 career diplomats recently nominated by the President as part of the 68 ambassadors-designate forwarded to the Senate for confirmation—an important signal of the administration’s commitment to professionalism, merit, and continuity within our foreign service.”
Dafinone said their engagement focused on the responsibilities that lie ahead and her plans for elevating Nigeria’s global standing. “We discussed the responsibilities that accompany her prospective role, the strategic contributions she is poised to make to Nigeria’s diplomatic corps, and her vision for strengthening Nigeria’s presence and influence on the global stage,” he added.
Clark-Omeru, highly regarded across the diplomatic community, is best known for her pioneering tenure in Cameroon, where she became the first female Consul General covering the Littoral and West Regions. She earned acclaim for unifying the Nigerian community, deepening bilateral ties, and promoting patriotism through strong cultural diplomacy. Her leadership during crisis-resolution efforts involving Nigerians abroad further cemented her reputation.
A veteran diplomat with decades of service, she has served at Nigeria’s High Commission in South Africa, led the mission in Argentina, and worked as Minister II in Pretoria—positions that underscored her competence, firmness, and compassion as an envoy.
Born on October 6, 1972, in Kiagbodo, Delta State, Clark-Omeru holds degrees in Sociology/Anthropology and Social Work from the University of Benin. She is also a Queen by marriage to HRM Michael G. Omeru, the Ovie of Agbon Kingdom.
Senator Dafinone expressed strong confidence in her ability to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s foreign missions and uphold the tradition of excellence associated with career diplomats. “I wish Ambassador-Designate Clark-Omeru every success in her screening and, upon confirmation, a productive and impactful tenure in service to our nation,” he said.
Analysts say her confirmation would reaffirm the Federal Government’s commitment to rewarding competence, strengthening global engagement, and projecting Nigeria’s diplomatic standing through seasoned professionals like Clark-Omeru.
