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President Buhari Calls For Complete AU Reformation, See Reason
President Buhari Calls For Complete AU Reformation.
OnyxNews Nigeria reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has called for a total reformation of the structures and operations of the African Union, AU in order to make it more functional in meeting targets.
President Buhari who stated at the ongoing 34th Summit of the AU held virtually warned that the organization would become stale if it does not become more result-oriented.
The President in a statement issued by his senior special assistant on media and publicity Garba Shehu commended President Paul Kagame of Rwanda for presenting a special report on the need to reform the AU.
Buhari said in the statement that: “As your excellences are no doubt aware, global realities demand that the AU be overhauled if it must remain relevant in intergovernmental processes. We must work concertedly to ensure a productive, self-sufficient, and purpose driven organization that will fully serve the interests of the people.
“As we commence the operationalization of this new structure and system, Nigeria demands a truly reformed, efficient, and effective AU Commission, one that is fully committed to the discharge of its duties and responsibilities,’’ Buhari said.
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President Buhari also appreciated the support of Heads of State and Government of the African Union in the election of Amb. Bankole Adeoye as Commissioner, Political Affairs, Peace and Security.
President Buhari noted, with gratitude, the overwhelming and historic endorsement of the ambassador with 55 votes, an indication that all the members voted while congratulating the career diplomat, who also serves as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the AU and UNECA.
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He urged Amb. Adeoye to deploy his knowledge and experience in foreign policy and diplomacy, particularly on bilateral and multilateral issues, to bring value to the new position, with an assurance of the country’s support.
The President congratulated all elected members of the African Union Commission, 2021, which include the Chairman, Moussa Faki Mahamat, Chad, and Deputy Chairman, Dr Monique Nsanzabaganwa, Rwanda.
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