Peter Vowles named new British High Commissioner to Nigeria

The United Kingdom has appointed Peter Vowles as its new High Commissioner to Nigeria.

The appointment was announced on Monday by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, FCDO, which disclosed that Vowles will succeed Richard Montgomery in the diplomatic role.

According to the British government, Vowles is an experienced diplomat who previously served as the UK ambassador to Zimbabwe and has held several senior positions within the FCDO.

His appointment comes at a time when the United Kingdom and Nigeria continue to deepen cooperation in trade, security, education, climate action and economic development.

As High Commissioner, Vowles will represent the British government and King Charles III in Nigeria while overseeing diplomatic relations, trade and investment partnerships, consular services and cultural engagements between both countries.