African Union May Be Irrelevant Without Reforms ― Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari, on Sunday, warned that the African Union (AU) would become stale, except it becomes more result-oriented.

He has, therefore, called for a comprehensive reform of the structures and operations of the organisation to make it more functional in meeting targets,

A statement issued by Garba Shehu, Senior Special Assistant (Media & Publicity) to the president, said the call is contained in an intervention at the ongoing two-day 34th Summit of the AU, held virtually.

It quoted the president as saying:

“As your excellences are no doubt aware, global realities demand that the AU be overhauled if it must remain relevant in intergovernmental processes. We must work concertedly to ensure a productive, self-sufficient and purpose-driven organisation that will fully serve the interests of the people.

“As we commence the operationalization of this new structure and system, Nigeria demands a truly reformed, efficient and effective AU Commission, one that is fully committed to the discharge of its duties and responsibilities.’’

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