Nigeria has endorsed sweeping institutional reforms within the African Union (AU), reaffirmed its commitment to improved peace and security governance, stronger democratic institutions, and enhanced cooperation with global financial partners and the private sector.
The country’s position was presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, during a closed session of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
According to Nigeria’s delegation, the proposed reforms focus on strengthening continental peace and security architecture, deepening democratic governance, and fostering more effective collaboration with international financial institutions and private-sector stakeholders. The reforms also emphasise restructuring mechanisms aimed at boosting domestic and regional resource mobilisation to support affordable development financing across Africa.
Nigeria further aligned with proposals for a continental framework to reduce inequality through evidence-based policymaking, expanded social protection systems, productive job creation, and inclusive industrial policies designed to promote sustainable economic growth.
On the sidelines of the summit, Nigeria also advanced its diplomatic engagement with the United Kingdom. The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, held bilateral talks with Jenny Chapman, the United Kingdom’s Minister for International Development and Africa.
Discussions centred on preparations for the forthcoming state visit of President Tinubu to the United Kingdom and explored new opportunities to deepen Nigeria–UK relations. Both sides reviewed shared regional priorities and reaffirmed their commitment to sustained dialogue and stronger collaboration in promoting security, good governance, and economic growth.
The engagements underscore Nigeria’s continued push for stronger continental cooperation while expanding strategic international partnerships aimed at driving development and stability across Africa.
