The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to promoting peace, security, democratic governance and sustainable development across Africa through enhanced collaboration with the African Union (AU).
This is contained in a statement issued by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, on Tuesday in Abuja.
According to the statement, Odumegwu-Ojukwu gave the assurance during a meeting with Amb. Bankole Adeoye, AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS), on the sidelines of the AU Executive Council Meeting.
The minister commended Adeoye for his dedicated service to the AU and support for Nigeria, particularly his role in facilitating the European Union’s 21 million-dollar support to the Multinational Joint Task Force.
She reiterated Nigeria’s readiness to work closely with the AU in advancing peace, security and democratic governance across the continent through stronger cooperation and sustained engagement.
