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Fuel Siphoning Tragedy Leaves 3 Dead, 20 Injured at Nsawam

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The VIP buss burnt beyond recognition

A desperate rush for petrol turned catastrophic on Saturday at Ntoaso on the Accra–Kumasi Highway near Nsawam, when a broken-down fuel tanker exploded into a raging fireball, killing three people, injuring 20 others, and destroying seven vehicles.

According to eyewitness accounts and emergency responders at the scene, the tanker developed a mechanical fault and came to a halt along the busy highway.

Instead of staying clear of the obvious danger, residents, motor riders and some motorists gathered around the vehicle to siphon fuel.

In a shocking escalation, individuals reportedly used chisels and metal tools to pierce the tanker, forcing petrol to gush onto the road. Within minutes, the area became a highly volatile death trap.

The leaked petrol ignited suddenly, triggering a violent explosion and a massive blaze that engulfed people and vehicles nearby, leading to motorcycles, a taxi and other vehicles that had drawn close to collect fuel consumed by the flames.

Among the most heartbreaking scenes was a woman carrying a baby, who suffered severe burns, while attempting to collect fuel, in the chaos, a by-stander managed to snatch the baby and run to safety, saving the child’s life.

Two men inside a taxi that had moved close to siphon fuel were burnt to death on the spot with several others sustained serious burn injuries whilst the tanker driver was also badly burnt and is currently battling for his life. Other victims were rushed to the Nsawam Government Hospital for treatment.

Although the fire spread to a VIP passenger bus, an even greater tragedy was narrowly avoided when the bus driver acted swiftly, evacuating all passengers before the flames fully consumed the vehicle while the bus was badly burnt, no passenger lost their life.

The Eastern South Regional Police Commander, DCOP Boadi Bossman, confirmed the casualty figures, after visiting victims at the Nsawam Government Hospital.

He stated that 20 injured victims were initially admitted, six with severe burns have been referred to the Koforidua Government Hospital for intensive care, four have been treated and discharged, and ten remain on admission.

Three people, made up of two men and one woman, have died from their injuries. DCOP Bossman stressed that unauthorized fuel siphoning significantly worsened the situation.

“Anytime a tanker falls or breaks down, nobody should go near it. The container is flammable and can explode,” he warned, adding that police have repeatedly educated communities along the highway about the dangers, yet risky behaviour persists.

He revealed that in some cases, officers attempting to secure such scenes have even been attacked with stones.

Security agencies including the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana National Fire Service and NADMO are managing the aftermath, clearing debris, securing the area and restoring order.

 

 

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Court of Appeal quashes trial court’s judgment against KNUST Professor

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Professor (Mrs) Rita Akosua Dickson - Vice Chancellor of KNUST

The Court of Appeal in Kumasi has, by a unanimous 3-0 decision, upheld an appeal by Professor Rexford Assasie Oppong to overturn a Kumasi High Court judgment of January 15, 2025 against him.

The Appeal Court, comprising Justices Patrick Kwamina Baiden (Presiding), Richard Mac Kogyapwah and John Bobsco Nabarese, thus set aside the judgment of the trial court, presided over by His Lordship Justice Frederick Tettey, which dismissed the application of the plaintiff.

The position of the Court of Appeal followed an application for a judicial review, in the nature of Certiorari, pursuant to Zoster 55 Rule 1 of the High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules 2004 (CI.47).

Prof. Assasie Oppong had filed a notice on motion at the trial court, challenging the report of a fact-finding Committee constituted by the Vice Chancellor of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNIST) in Kumasi.

The applicant had sought an order to be directed at the respondent Registrar to withdraw the August 13, 2024 findings and issue a circular to the effect that the applicant is not guilty of the charges and accusations levelled against him.

The action by Professor Rexford Assasie Oppong, who is the Head of the Department of Architecture at KNUST, centred around allegations of improper disciplinary procedures and breaches of university regulations, and sought a range of legal remedies including an injunction against the implementation of a directive issued by the Vice-Chancellor, based on the recommendations of the committee in question.

The applicant stated that on March 23, 2023 he received a letter from the registrar of KNUST, informing him of a petition submitted by several senior members of his department.

The petition accused him of multiple infractions, including harassment and intimidation of staff, taking unilateral decisions without consulting the department board, violating the School of Graduate Studies’ regulations on postgraduate studies and disrupting mid-semester exams held on March 1, 2023.

He maintained that the allegations were baseless and that the process used to investigate them was procedurally flawed.

According to him, the fact-finding committee set up by the Vice-Chancellor and led by Professor Samuel I.K. Ampadu was not constituted in accordance with the university’s statutes, which require a disciplinary committee for such matters rather than a fact-finding committee.

Prof. Oppong further argued that the committee’s formation and procedures violated his constitutional right to a fair hearing as he was not given the opportunity to cross-examine the petitioners during the committee’s interactions.

He said despite providing oral and documentary evidence refuting the claims against him, the fact-finding committee proceeded with its investigations and submitted a report to the Vice Chancellor upon which the VC reportedly gave directives as communicated  to him by the Registrar of the respondent university on August 14, 2024.

As a result, Prof Assasie Oppong refused to comply with the directive, asserting that the Committee’s findings were biased and lacked credibility.

He described the report as flawed and claimed that it failed to meet professional standards, alleging that the Committee’s work was characterised by procedural impropriety.

In an affidavit in support of his statement of claims, Prof. Assasie Oppong saw the findings and recommendations of Prof Samuel I.K. Ampadu Fact-Finding Committee as bias and irregular, with complete disregard for laid down rules and available evidence on record and prayed for a judicial review of same.

He believed the respondent did not follow laid down procedures and rules under its statutes thus render the Committee and the resultant directives by the VC null and void.

He, therefore, sought an order of the trial court to invalidate the actions taken by the fact-finding committee and to prohibit the implementation of the Vice Chancellor’s directive.

In a statement of case in opposition to the claims filed by Nene Ahuma Korda Esq, Solicitor for the respondent University on October 21, 2024 KNUST argued that the Ampadu Fact-Finding Committee was established as a fact finding committee (and not a disciplinary Committee) to determine whether a prima facie case existed against the applicant.

It said the Vice Chancellor has the power under Statute 12 of the KNUST Statutes to set up a fact finding Committee.

The respondent said the Committee acted within its powers and followed the proper procedures in conducting its investigations and stressed that the recommendations were appropriate and in accordance with the regulations of the University.

It further contended that the applicant was not denied a fair hearing and that there was no breach of natural justice and submitted that the applicant’s application was misconceived and should be dismissed because it lacked merit.

In overturning the decision of the trial court and thus allowing the appeal of the appellant, the Court of Appeal in its judgment of February 12, 2026 noted that as a fact-finding committee, it was expected to be fair and give the appellant proper hearing to air his views before submitting its report to the appointing authority.

The Court of Appeal faulted the Vice-Chancellor for issuing a directive to the appellant to render an apology against his interest.

It described the failure to adopt a proper procedure within the statutes of the respondent university to properly deal with the matter in observing the rules of natural justice as fatal.

The Court, however, proposed that the fact-finding committee could investigate a matter and make recommendations based on its mandate while the appointing authority acts on the recommendations following due process stressing that failure to follow due process could result in the invalidation of its decision.

The Court also noted that the Vice-Chancellor gave the directives in her capacity as the Chief Disciplinary Officer having accepted the recommendations of the committee upon which she issued the directives as an enforcement of the recommendations.

“This way of taking disciplinary action ought not to be entertained” the Court emphasised explaining that in seeking to enforce the recommendations, the Vice-Chancellor ought to have adopted a procedure akin to that of a disciplinary proceedings describing the lapse on the part of the Vice-Chancellor as a fatal omission.

The Court, however, advised the appellant to make efforts to exhaust internal grievance procedure to avert a situation by which the seemingly small matter could germinate a bigger dispute that would disturb the academic peace of the respondent University.

The respondent was represented by Counsel Nene Ahuma Korda, (Assistant Registrar) for Mr. Isaac Berko (Deputy Registrar) while Derrick Adu-Gyamfi, Esq., with Afua Sakyiwaa Assasie Oppong Esq. stood for Professor Rexford Assasie Oppong, the applicant.

 

 

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Editorial: Privacy, Dignity And The Digital Line We Must Not Cross

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The controversy surrounding a man, identifying himself as “Yaytseslav”, a self-styled Russian content creator whose videos of encounters with Ghanaian women have gone viral, is more than a fleeting social media scandal. It is a sobering test of Ghana’s values, its laws and the collective conscience of a society negotiating life in the digital age

At the heart of the outrage are allegations that moments ranging from first contact to private bedroom settings were recorded and circulated online, with more explicit material reportedly hidden behind a paywalled Telegram group. If these claims of non-consensual recording and distribution are true, then this is not a matter of lifestyle or morality, it is a matter of rights, dignity and criminal justice.

Ghana’s laws are unambiguous. The Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038) criminalises the non-consensual capture and sharing of intimate images. Privacy is not a cultural courtesy extended at convenience; it is a legal protection. Recording individuals without their consent and monetising such content is not “content creation.” It is exploitation.

Yet, amid legitimate anger, a disturbing trend has emerged online. Some commentators have seized the moment to brand Ghanaian women with sweeping derogatory generalisations, labelling them “cheap,” questioning their standards and framing the issue as one of national embarrassment. Such reactions are not only unjust; they are intellectually lazy and socially harmful.

Victim-blaming has never been a path to justice. Whether male or female, individuals who are deceived, manipulated or exploited deserve protection under the law, not ridicule in the court of public opinion. Ghana has witnessed similar episodes before, including past allegations of foreigners exploiting vulnerable citizens with promises of visas or opportunities abroad. The patterns are familiar: power imbalance, perceived privilege and digital amplification.

This is precisely why the conversation must rise above sensationalism. The deeper issues at play are structural and societal. Economic pressures, social aspirations and the globalised illusion of opportunity often create fertile ground for exploitation. A resilient economy and confident citizenry are not abstract policy goals; they are safeguards against predatory behaviour.

Crucially, the government’s response signals an important shift. The stance taken by Samuel Nartey George, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, is both measured and necessary.

By emphasising that the state’s interest lies in the alleged non-consensual recording and publication, rather than the private conduct of consenting adults, the minister has correctly framed the matter within the boundaries of law and rights.

The declaration that the Cyber Security Authority is compiling a docket for prosecution, alongside the possibility of extradition, underscores a principle Ghana must defend vigorously: the digital space is not a lawless frontier. Foreign nationality does not confer immunity. Technology does not nullify consent.

Equally significant is the larger message such action conveys. Ghana’s reputation as a welcoming destination must not be misconstrued as tolerance for abuse. Tourism, cultural exchange, and global connectivity thrive only where mutual respect exists. If individuals, citizens or visitors violate the rights and dignity of others, the state has both the authority and obligation to act.

Ordinarily, what transpires between consenting adults behind closed doors remains private. However, The Chronicle is of the opinion that once allegations of criminal conduct arise, particularly involving privacy violations and online dissemination, silence ceases to be neutrality. It becomes complicity.

This episode, uncomfortable as it may be, offers Ghana an opportunity for clarity. It is a moment to reaffirm that dignity is non-negotiable, consent is sacred and justice must be blind to nationality or online theatrics. The digital age demands new vigilance, but the underlying principles remain timeless.

If vulnerable individuals cannot defend themselves against technological or psychological exploitation, the state must. Not as an act of paternalism, but as an expression of constitutional duty.

In the end, Ghana’s response to such incidents will define far more than a news cycle. It will define the boundaries of privacy, the seriousness of digital crimes and the nation’s commitment to protecting the humanity of its people — online and offline.

 

 

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NDC Lied to Our Precious Cocoa Farmers

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Kwaku Bimpeh- Director of Communications, NPP UK

The Government of Ghana has officially reduced the cocoa producer price from GHS 3,600 to GHS 2,587 per bag.  Let us call this what it is: a betrayal.

During the 2024 election campaign, the NDC stood before cocoa farmers and promised GHS 6,000 per bag. That promise was not whispered. It was broadcast. It was repeated. It was weaponised politically to paint the previous government as uncaring and inadequate.

Today, instead of GHS 6,000, cocoa farmers are confronted with GHS 2,587.
That is not a shortfall.
That is not an adjustment.
That is a collapse of credibility.

The NDC simply lied to our cocoa farmers.

Cocoa Is the Backbone of Our Export Economy. Cocoa is not a marginal crop. It is one of Ghana’s most strategic economic pillars.
The cocoa sector contributes approximately 20–25 percent of Ghana’s total export earnings annually and generates between US$2 billion and US$3 billion in foreign exchange each year. More than 800,000 cocoa farming households depend directly on cocoa production, with over 2 million Ghanaians relying on the sector for survival.
Cocoa stabilises rural economies. It supports education, healthcare, and local enterprise. It strengthens Ghana’s foreign exchange position.
When cocoa suffers, Ghana suffers.

From Promise to Punishment

Even at GHS 3,600 per bag, farmers were already under pressure. Input costs have risen sharply. Fertiliser prices have climbed. Labour and transportation costs have increased. Farm maintenance requires continuous investment.
Now the price has been slashed to GHS 2,587.
This decision effectively punishes farmers for believing campaign promises.
It undermines their ability to reinvest. It weakens production sustainability. It sends a dangerous signal that political rhetoric can override economic responsibility.
You cannot campaign on GHS 6,000 and then turn around and deliver GHS 2,587 without destroying trust.

The Dangerous Drift Toward Galamsey

There are already credible reports that cocoa farmers, squeezed by falling incomes, are selling or leasing land to illegal mining operators.
When cocoa becomes unprofitable, desperation takes over.
Illegal mining destroys fertile farmland. It pollutes rivers. It erodes soil quality. It devastates long-term agricultural productivity.
If farmers are pushed toward galamsey because cocoa no longer pays, that is not a farmer failure, it is a policy failure.

If There Is a Crisis, Say So

If the government cannot sustain higher cocoa prices due to fiscal constraints, global market conditions, or financing challenges, then it must say so openly.
Leadership requires honesty.
Do not campaign on GHS 6,000 if you cannot deliver it.
Do not blame farmers for believing you.
Do not quietly retreat from promises without accountability.
Transparency is not optional. It is a duty.

Ghana’s Reputation Is at Stake

Ghana is the second-largest cocoa producer in the world. Our global standing has been built on decades of sacrifice by hardworking farmers.
Policy inconsistency damages investor confidence, weakens farmer morale, and threatens long-term production stability.
You cannot build a strong export economy on broken promises.

Cocoa Farmers Deserve Respect

Cocoa farmers are not statistics. They are not voting blocks to be courted and discarded. They are the backbone of our rural economy and custodians of a strategic national asset.
They deserve:
• Fair pricing
• Honest leadership
• Policy consistency
• Protection from economic hardship
Instead, they have received reduction and reversal.

As Director of Communications for NPP UK, I stand firmly in solidarity with cocoa farmers across Ghana.

They were promised prosperity.
They have received austerity.

Ghana must demand better.
And cocoa farmers deserve nothing less.

God bless Ghana and God bless our hard-working Cocoa farmers

The Director of Communications of the New Patriotic Party UK (NPP UK).

 By Kwaku Bimpeh- Director of Communications, NPP UK

 

Editor’s note: Views expressed in this article do not represent that of The Chronicle

 

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DRIP Coordinator outlines plans to improve accessibility challenges in Adansi Asokwa District

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Majeed Governor speaking to newsmen after site inspection at Aboabo No 2

The District Roads Improvement Programme (DRIP) Coordinator for Adansi Asokwa District in Ashanti, Mr. Majeed Governor, has embarked on an extensive road reconstruction and rehabilitation exercise aimed at improving accessibility, easing transportation challenges and accelerating development across the district.

Albert Dakora – DCE Adansi Asokwa

The project involves the construction of new virgin roads and the rehabilitation of severely deteriorated roads to provide proper layouts for communities within the district.

Speaking to newsmen during site inspection at Aboabo No 2 in the district, Majeed Governor said the ongoing road works are intended to ease the burden on residents, especially landowners and prospective homeowners who previously had to carry sand, stones and other building materials manually to construction sites due to absence of access roads.

“This initiative will give our people proper access to their lands and make development less stressful,” he said.

The DRIP Coordinator said the major focus of the project is improving access to healthcare to aid pregnant women in emergency cases.

A Bulldozer at work

He also said poor road conditions in the district have made transportation difficult with motor bikes being the only means of transport in many communities.

The Adansi Asokwa DCE, Mr. Albert Dakora, commended the DRIP Coordinator for the initiative describing it as a timely intervention that would significantly improve living conditions in the district.

“This project will bring great relief to the people in the district. Improved roads mean improved livelihoods, better access to healthcare and overall development,” the DCE added.

The Obaapanin of Aboabo No 2, Nana Ohu Akyiaa Boadu II and the Assemblyman, Mr. Asante Charles Owusu expressed their appreciation for the project noting that poor access roads have long been a major concern for women in labour particularly.

The Adansi Asokwa District shares boundaries with Obuasi, New Edubiase, Fomena, Akrofuom and parts of the Eastern Region, but has many years struggled with poor road infrastructure that has hampered movement and development.

From Frederick Danso Abeam, New Edubiase

 

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AGA Obuasi Mine Inspires Girls to Pursue STEM Careers

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Ing. Nana Yaw Nti, Engineering Manager at AGA addressing the Girls at the event

AGA Obuasi Mine, in partnership with GhIE-WInE, Underground Mining Alliance (UMA), and SGS, has inspired female students of Asare Bediako Senior High School to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) as part of International Day for Women and Girls in Science celebrations.

Asare Bediako SHS students in a group picture

The empowerment session aimed to encourage young girls to develop interest in STEM disciplines and expose them to diverse career opportunities. Industry professionals and mentors shared their experiences, challenging students to overcome stereotypes and pursue careers in science and engineering.

Ing. Nana Yaw Nti Owusu-Adanse, Engineering Manager at AGA Obuasi Mine, encouraged students to take advantage of STEM education and strive for excellence. “Opportunities in STEM are vast and transformative. You must prepare yourselves, build competence, and compete confidently alongside your male counterparts,” he advised.

The event launched a Mentorship Programme for Girls in Science, providing structured guidance and support to female students pursuing STEM-related subjects.

The initiative aims to contribute to bridging the gender gap in science and technology fields.

 

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El-Rufai accuses NSA Ribadu of acquiring ‘dangerous toxic chemicals’ from Poland

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Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has accused the Office of the National Security Adviser, ONSA, under Nuhu Ribadu of procuring thallium sulphate, a highly toxic chemical compound, and has demanded urgent clarification over the alleged transaction.

El-Rufai made the allegation on Sunday in a post on X, where he shared a copy of a letter addressed to the Office of the National Security Adviser in Abuja.

“As part of my duty as a citizen, I wrote to the NSA to seek clarification on reports about the importation by his office of thallium sulphate, a very dangerous toxin. It’s a matter of concern if anyone brings in any poison, more so an odourless, colourless one,” El-Rufai wrote on X.

In the letter, he said information available to opposition political leaders indicated that the ONSA had reportedly procured approximately 10 kilograms of thallium sulphate from a supplier in Poland.

Describing thallium salts as highly toxic and tightly controlled substances, El-Rufai said public safety, democratic accountability and trust in national institutions required immediate clarification.

He requested details on the intended purpose and end-use of the chemical, the identity of the supplier, and whether the importation was carried out under an existing chemical or defence permit.

El-Rufai also sought clarification on the total quantity and specific form or concentration procured, as well as storage and security arrangements upon arrival.

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Benue Government Confirms Rescue of Nine Kidnapped Worshippers

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Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyancinth Alia

The Benue State Government has confirmed the rescue of nine worshippers who were abducted during a midnight prayer session at Saint John Catholic Church in the Ojije area of Utonkon community, Ado Local Government Area.

In a statement issued by the Governor’s Technical Adviser on Media, Publicity and Strategic Communication, Solomon Iorpev, Governor Hyacinth Alia commended security operatives for their swift response.

The governor described the rescue as a “significant breakthrough.”

Alia assured residents that security agencies and local vigilante groups would continue to collaborate to combat kidnapping and prevent future incidents.

He also urged members of the public to provide timely information to help track down criminals.

Following the abduction and other attacks in Benue South, the governor convened a high-level security meeting on 13 February 2026 at the Palace of the Och’Idoma in Otukpo.

The meeting brought together the Idoma Traditional Council and top security officials, where he issued a directive for the immediate rescue of the victims.

Gunmen abducted the nine worshippers during a church vigil last Sunday, triggering fear across the community.

A former councillor representing Ukwuenyo Ward, Emmanuel Udah, confirmed the incident, describing it as “a targeted and planned crime against the Church,” and said residents were traumatised and increasingly fearful.

He called on authorities to strengthen security and address the recurring attacks, warning that communities felt abandoned despite repeated incidents.

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Death toll in northern Nigeria attack by gunmen rises to 46, says report

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Police respond to attack by gunmen

Gunmen on motorcycles have rampaged through three villages in northern Nigeria, killing at least 46 people and abducting several more, according to witnesses and local police.

The raids by gunmen happened in villages in the Borgu local government area in Niger State, on the border with Kwara and Katsina states, a humanitarian source told AFP news agency on Saturday.

The source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the bloodiest attack happened in the village of Konkoso, where at least 38 people were shot dead or had their throats slit.

Most of the homes in the village were burned down and apart from those already counted as dead, “other bodies are being recovered,” the source added.

A resident of Konkoso told AFP the gunmen first attacked the nearby village of Tungar Makeri before heading to his village.

The raids come amid a complex security crisis in northern Nigeria, featuring armed groups affiliated with ISIL (ISIS) as well as gangs that abduct people for ransom money.

Wasiu Abiodun, ‌the Niger State police spokesperson, confirmed the attack in one of the villages.

“Suspected bandits invaded Tunga-Makeri village,” he said. “Six persons lost their lives, some houses were also set ablaze, and a yet-to-be ascertained number of persons were abducted.”

He added that the assailants moved on to Konkoso village, while details of other attacks remained unclear.

Jeremiah Timothy, a resident of Konkoso, told the Reuters news agency the ⁠attackers entered the village around 6am (05:00 GMT) on Saturday, shooting indiscriminately. He said residents heard military jets flying overhead.

“They were operating freely without the presence of any security,” Abdullahi Adamu, another resident of Konkoso, told The Associated Press news agency.

The border between Niger and Kwara states is home to the Kainji Forest, a known haven for bandits and fighters, including from the armed group Boko Haram.

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Nigeria backs AU reforms, pushes for stronger democratic governance

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Vice President Kashim Shettima at the AU Ordinary Session

Nigeria has endorsed the proposed institutional reforms of the African Union (AU), throwing its weight behind measures aimed at strengthening peace and security governance on the continent.

The endorsement was presented on Saturday by Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented President Bola Tinubu at the closed session of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

”Nigeria has endorsed the proposed institutional reforms in the African Union with a focus on peace and security governance, strengthening democratic institutions, and ensuring stronger cooperation with international financial institutions and the private sector,” he said.

Shettima also cited deepening democratic institutions and fostering stronger collaboration with international financial institutions and the private sector as a necessity for Africa to become competitive.

The key restructuring proposals are designed to enhance domestic and regional resource mobilisation, with a view to securing affordable and sustainable development financing across the continent.

The reforms also advocate the adoption of a continental framework to reduce inequality, anchored on credible data systems, strengthened social protection mechanisms, the creation of productive jobs, and inclusive industrial policies.

According to the Vice President, reinforcing governance structures within the AU is critical to addressing persistent security challenges and promoting democratic stability across member states.

He also emphasised the importance of building resilient institutions capable of responding effectively to emerging threats while advancing economic transformation.

Shettima further underscored the need for stronger partnerships between African governments, global financial institutions, and the private sector to unlock investment opportunities and accelerate inclusive growth.

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