The chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has appointed Olusegun Obasanjo, former President of Nigeria as a high representative to support the Commission’s efforts towards peace and stability in the Horn of Africa, the AU said in a statement on Thursday.
Announcing the appointment, the AUC Chairperson stated: “President Obasanjo brings unparalleled experience, wisdom, and credibility to this important assignment”.
In this capacity, President Obasanjo will engage with all relevant stakeholders and parties with a view to building confidence, sustaining dialogue, and supporting ongoing efforts towards lasting peace, stability, and reconciliation in the Horn of Africa.
The AUC chairperson expressed his deep appreciation to President Obasanjo for accepting this responsibility and reaffirmed the African Union’s continued commitment to supporting sustainable peace in the region.
Obasanjo had also been appointed as his High Representative for the Horn of Africa region 13 years ago.
The former Nigerian Leader brings with him very rich political experience, and impeccable credentials of keen commitment to the lofty ideals of Pan-Africanism and regional integration and cooperation, as well as a deep knowledge of the current situation in the Horn of Africa.
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