Shettima departs Abuja for AU summit in Angola

Vice President Kashim Shettima has traveled to Luanda, Angola, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the 21st Extraordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union. The summit's agenda centers on developing strategies for conflict resolution and fostering lasting peace and stability throughout the African continent.

Shettima's presence at the high-level meeting, as confirmed by a statement from Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, underscores Nigeria's commitment to peacebuilding. He will join other African leaders and key stakeholders to deliberate on practical solutions for regional security challenges and to bolster collective efforts in conflict prevention and resolution.

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Senator Shettima will join African leaders and other key stakeholders converging on the Angolan capital to discuss practical solutions to regional security challenges and strengthen collective efforts towards conflict prevention and resolution.

Nigeria, a nation consistently involved in peacebuilding initiatives across Africa, is expected to contribute significantly to discussions on strengthening continental mechanisms. These mechanisms aim to prevent conflicts, resolve disputes, and sustain peace. The statement emphasized that Nigeria's participation reaffirms its dedication to these crucial objectives.

Accompanied by senior defense and security officials, Vice President Shettima will deliver President Tinubu's official address. This address will articulate Nigeria's stance on the summit's key issues and reiterate the nation's commitment to continental peace and stability. The summit will also explore ways to enhance existing frameworks for conflict prevention, dispute resolution, and peace sustainability amidst ongoing security challenges in Africa. Shettima is scheduled to return to Nigeria following the conclusion of his engagements.

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Senator Shettima will deliver President Tinubu’s address at the summit, outlining Nigeria’s position on the issues under consideration and reaffirming the country’s commitment to peace and stability across the continent.