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Africa: Reps Deputy Speaker Asks Nigerian Govt to Implement AU Agenda 2063

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Mr Kalu said by integrating the Agenda, Nigeria would set a model for other African countries to emulate.

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ben Kalu, has asked the federal government to integrate the African Union Agenda 2063 into its development plans.

Mr Kalu spoke on Saturday at the Conference of Speakers of African Parliaments in Midrand, South Africa, where he represented Speaker Abbas Tajudeen. The deputy speaker led Nigeria’s delegation to the conference.

The AU Agenda 2063 is Africa’s blueprint and master plan for transforming the continent into a global powerhouse.

In a statement by his office, Mr Kalu said by integrating the Agenda, Nigeria would set a model for other African countries to emulate.

He said the current administration is taking some measures to reform the economy but could benefit from the AU’s strategic plan because Nigeria’s aspirations and those of the continent are intertwined.

“Nigeria’s efforts at integrating the AU Agenda 2063 economic blueprint into its developmental strategies will not only enhance its own growth trajectory but also contribute meaningfully to the realisation of a prosperous and united Africa.

“As Africa’s most populous nation and largest economy, Nigeria holds a unique position on the continent. Although it has in the past faced multifaceted challenges, including economic volatility, infrastructural deficits, and social inequalities, Nigeria’s future is bright, given the focus of the current administration of President Tinubu,” Mr Kalu said.