Nigeria has recorded major diplomatic and institutional gains at the just-concluded 39th Session of the Executive Council of the African Union, reinforcing its leadership role in Africa’s economic integration, peace, security, and democratic governance.
A key outcome of the session was the Council’s approval of a permanent seat for Nigeria on the Board of the African Central Bank. According to a press statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the decision also extends Nigeria’s representation to the Board of the Technical Convergence Committee of the African Monetary Institute, the body serving as a precursor to the establishment of the African Central Bank. The development underscores Nigeria’s strategic importance, technical capacity, and commitment to advancing Africa’s monetary integration agenda.
In the area of peace and security, candidates jointly endorsed by the Economic Community of West African States were successfully elected into the AU Peace and Security Council. The outcome highlights the unity and cooperation among ECOWAS member states and their collective resolve to promote stability and security across the continent.
Nigeria also demonstrated leadership in democratic governance by organising a Ministerial High-Level Panel Discussion on Regional Partnerships for Democracy during the session. The event drew broad participation from ministers, senior government officials, and delegates from across Africa and the international community, fostering dialogue on strengthening democratic institutions, inclusive governance, and regional collaboration.
Overall, Nigeria’s engagements and outcomes at the 39th Executive Council Session reaffirm the country’s commitment to the core objectives of the African Union, particularly in economic integration, institutional development, peace, security, and democratic governance.
The Federal Government of Nigeria reaffirmed its resolve to continue working with AU member states and regional bodies to advance Africa’s shared prosperity and sustainable development.
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