Nigeria has endorsed the proposed institutional reforms in the African Union, with a focus on peace and security governance, strengthening democratic institutions, and ensuring stronger cooperation with international financial institutions and the private sector.
The country also aligned with proposed restructuring aimed at boosting domestic and regional resource mobilisation for affordable development financing and the adoption of a continental framework on reducing inequality, built on credible data, social protection, productive jobs, and inclusive industrial policies, among others.
Nigeria’s position was presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, at the closed session of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government held in Addis Ababa,
emphasizing the need for domestic resource mobilization and reducing inequality.
This is According to a statement by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa on Sunday.
The statement adds that the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar also held talks with the Minister for International Development and Africa of the United Kingdom, Baroness Jenny Chapman
Discussions focused on advancing preparations for the forthcoming State Visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the United Kingdom and identifying new opportunities to deepen Nigeria / United Kingdom Relations.
The meeting also exchanged views on regional priorities, reaffirming shared commitment by both countries to sustained dialogue and stronger collaboration in support of security, good governance, and economic growth.
(Editor: Nkoli Omhoudu)
