Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called on the federal government to incorporate the African Union’s Agenda 2063 into Nigeria’s national development strategy.
Kalu made this appeal in a communique released in Abuja on Monday, following his participation at the Conference of Speakers of African Parliaments in Midrand, South Africa.
Kalu emphasized that aligning Nigeria’s development goals with Agenda 2063 would set an example for other African nations and strengthen the country’s role in driving Africa’s progress. The AU Agenda 2063, a comprehensive framework, aims to transform Africa into a global powerhouse through economic growth, social inclusion, sustainable development, and good governance.
Kalu noted that the development priorities of President Bola Tinubu’s administration—youth empowerment, economic diversification, and good governance—closely align with the objectives of Agenda 2063. He highlighted Nigeria’s potential as the continent’s most populous country and largest economy, despite ongoing challenges such as economic volatility, infrastructural deficits, and social inequalities.
The Deputy Speaker also praised the government’s efforts to reduce the nation’s dependence on oil by investing in sectors such as agriculture, technology, and renewable energy. These initiatives, he said, reflect the aspirations of AU Agenda 2063 and position Nigeria for sustainable economic growth and long-term development.
