Nigerian Community in Australia Condemns Attacks on Acting High Commissioner
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A Nigerian community group in Australia has spoken out against what it describes as a wave of misinformation and personal criticism targeting Nigeria’s Acting High Commissioner to Australia, Jane Bassey Adams.
The Association of Nigerians in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) raised concerns over the nature of recent public remarks directed at the diplomat, warning that such actions risk damaging the unity and reputation of Nigerians living abroad.
In a statement issued by its president, Francis Ogbonnaya, the group criticised an individual, Chris Juwon Fayomi, who has publicly challenged the High Commissioner while presenting himself as a representative of Nigerian students in Australia.
The association acknowledged that citizens have the right to question public officials but stressed that such criticism must be factual, responsible, and constructive. It warned that the situation had shifted from legitimate concerns to what it described as a pattern of misleading claims and personal attacks.
According to the group, the issue is particularly sensitive because of the diplomatic position held by Adams, which limits her ability to publicly respond to allegations. It argued that taking advantage of such constraints to circulate unverified claims is inappropriate and undermines ethical standards expected of community leaders.
The association further stated that the conduct in question does not reflect the values of Nigerians in the ACT, emphasising that leadership requires integrity, maturity, and respect for institutions and individuals.
Reaffirming its support for Adams, the group described its engagements with her as professional and beneficial, noting that her work has focused on strengthening ties between Nigeria and its citizens in Australia.
The statement also urged members of the Nigerian diaspora to channel grievances through appropriate platforms rather than public confrontations that could harm collective interests.
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