Nigeria Secures Key Positions at AU Summit as President Tinubu…

Nigeria notable retained its strategic positions at the AU summit, with President Bola Tinubu attending in Addis Ababa. The country reaffirmed its commitment to peace and security by retaining its seat on the AU Peace and Security Council and achieving other diplomatic milestones. Tinubu will engage in key discussions regarding security and climate challenges before returning to Abuja on February 17.

On Thursday, Nigeria achieved notable successes at the African Union (AU) summit, with President Bola Tinubu arriving in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of AU Heads of State and Government. His arrival, which took place late Thursday night, was marked by a welcoming reception from Ethiopian Deputy Chief of Protocol Eshetu Legesse, Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar, and Nasir Aminu, charge d’affaires at the Nigerian embassy.

Upon arrival, Minister Tuggar briefed President Tinubu on the summit’s outcomes, including diplomatic victories for Nigeria. Notably, Bankole Adeoye was re-elected as the African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security while Nigeria retained its membership on the AU Peace and Security Council. This reaffirmation underscores Nigeria’s commitment to peace and security across the African continent, as emphasized by Tuggar.

President Tinubu is accompanied by a delegation including Wale Edun (Minister of Finance), Abubakar Badaru (Minister of Defence), Jumoke Oduwole (Minister of Trade and Investment), and others, who will address key issues at the summit. The current theme of the AU summit, “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations,” emphasizes reparatory justice and racial healing efforts.

During the summit, President Tinubu is scheduled to deliver remarks at a meeting of the African Union Peace and Security Council, focusing on pressing security challenges in Africa, particularly the escalation of conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Additionally, he will engage in discussions surrounding health financing, the establishment of an Africa Credit Rating Agency, and climate change initiatives.

President Tinubu is expected to conclude his visit and return to Abuja on Monday, February 17, after participating in crucial negotiations at the summit. His leadership at this significant event highlights Nigeria’s influential role in the African Union and its dedication to addressing critical issues affecting the continent.

In summary, Nigeria successfully retained its influential positions within the African Union, as President Bola Tinubu attended the AU summit in Ethiopia. Significant diplomatic victories were achieved, including the re-election of Bankole Adeoye and the retention of Nigeria’s seat on the AU Peace and Security Council. The summit focuses on reparatory justice and will address pressing security challenges and other vital issues facing Africa.

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