President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Ethiopia for the 38th AU Summit, where he aims to address important issues such as reparatory justice and security challenges in Africa. He was briefed on Nigeria’s diplomatic achievements, including the re-election of Amb. Bankole Adeoye and the retention of Nigeria’s seat on the Peace and Security Council. His engagements will include discussions on health financing and climate change, with his return to Abuja set for Monday.
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to attend the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government. Upon his arrival on Thursday night, he was greeted by Eshetu Legesse, the Ethiopian Deputy Chief of Protocol, along with Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Amb. Nasir Aminu, the charge d’affaires of the Nigerian Embassy in Ethiopia.
In a briefing that lasted until approximately 2 a.m. on Friday, Minister Tuggar informed President Tinubu about the summit’s agenda and Nigeria’s recent diplomatic successes. Among these successes was the re-election of Amb. Bankole Adeoye as African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, along with Nigeria retaining its position on the African Union Peace and Security Council.
The meeting included several key officials, such as Wale Edun, Minister of Finance; Abubakar Badaru, Minister of Defence; and Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Trade and Investment. Other attendees included Ministers Festus Keyamo, Muhammed Idris, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, and Doris Uzoka-Anite, along with Amb. Mohammed Mohammed, Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, and Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, Chief of Naval Staff.
This year’s AU summit, themed “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations,” will address reparatory justice and racial healing. President Tinubu is scheduled to present a speech at the Summit-level meeting of the Peace and Security Council, where critical discussions on current security challenges in Africa, including the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, will take place.
Additionally, President Tinubu will engage in talks regarding health financing, the establishment of an African Credit Rating Agency, and matters related to climate change. His return to Abuja is planned for Monday.
In conclusion, President Bola Tinubu’s participation in the AU summit marks a significant moment for Nigeria on the continental stage. The engagements at this assembly aim to address critical issues such as justice, security, and climate change. With continued diplomatic influence, Nigeria’s leadership in the African Union emphasizes its commitment to fostering peace and enhancing cooperation among African nations.
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