President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Ethiopia for the 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union Heads of State and Government. He was welcomed by key officials and briefed about Nigeria’s achievements at the summit. Notable discussions will occur around security challenges, health financing, and reparations for Africa. Tinubu will return to Abuja on Monday after participating in various meetings.
On Thursday night, President Bola Tinubu arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to attend the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government. He was welcomed at the airport by Eshetu Legesse, the Ethiopian Deputy Chief of Protocol, alongside Minister of Foreign Affairs Amb. Yusuf Tuggar and Amb. Nasir Aminu from the Nigerian embassy.
After his arrival, Minister Tuggar briefed President Tinubu on the summit’s agenda and highlighted Nigeria’s diplomatic achievements during a session lasting until approximately 2 a.m. Friday. Notably, Nigeria celebrated the re-election of Amb. Bankole Adeoye as the African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, and confirmed its continued seat on the African Union Peace and Security Council, emphasizing Nigeria’s role in regional peace initiatives.
Attending the briefing were prominent figures including Minister of Finance Wale Edun, Minister of Defence Abubakar Badaru, and Minister of Trade and Investment Jumoke Oduwole, among others. This year’s summit theme, “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations,” emphasizes the importance of reparatory justice and racial healing across the continent.
During his participation, President Tinubu is set to deliver a speech at a high-level meeting of the African Union Peace and Security Council, addressing the pressing security challenges in Africa, particularly the ongoing conflicts in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Additionally, he will engage in discussions around health financing, the establishment of an Africa Credit Rating Agency, and climate change.
President Tinubu is scheduled to return to Abuja on Monday after the conclusion of the summit activities.
In conclusion, President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the AU Summit in Ethiopia marks a significant engagement for Nigeria, showcasing its diplomatic successes and commitment to continental security and development. The President’s participation in various discussions highlights Nigeria’s active role within the African Union and its dedication to critical issues such as health and climate change. His continued leadership reinforces Nigeria’s influence on the African continent.
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