Mr Kalu mentioned by integrating the Agenda, Nigeria would set a mannequin for different African nations to emulate.
The Deputy Speaker of the Home of Representatives, Ben Kalu, has requested the federal authorities to combine the African Union Agenda 2063 into its growth plans.
Mr Kalu spoke on Saturday on the Convention of Audio system of African Parliaments in Midrand, South Africa, the place he represented Speaker Abbas Tajudeen. The deputy speaker led Nigeria’s delegation to the convention.
The AU Agenda 2063 is Africa’s blueprint and grasp plan for remodeling the continent into a world powerhouse.
In a press release by his workplace, Mr Kalu mentioned by integrating the Agenda, Nigeria would set a mannequin for different African nations to emulate.
He mentioned the present administration is taking some measures to reform the economic system however may benefit from the AU’s strategic plan as a result of Nigeria’s aspirations and people of the continent are intertwined.
“Nigeria’s efforts at integrating the AU Agenda 2063 financial blueprint into its developmental methods is not going to solely improve its personal development trajectory but additionally contribute meaningfully to the realisation of a affluent and united Africa.
“As Africa’s most populous nation and largest economic system, Nigeria holds a novel place on the continent. Though it has up to now confronted multifaceted challenges, together with financial volatility, infrastructural deficits, and social inequalities, Nigeria’s future is vivid, given the main target of the present administration of President Tinubu,” Mr Kalu mentioned.
Talking on the event of Africa, Mr Kalu mentioned the continent’s leaders should put money into technological development and innovation to realize a number of the targets of Agenda 2063.
“To stay aggressive in a quickly altering world panorama, Africa should prioritise technological development and innovation.
“The way in which ahead requires a dedication from all stakeholders, together with the federal government, civil society, and the non-public sector, working collaboratively in the direction of reaching Agenda 2063’s bold targets,” he mentioned.
On the continuing reforms by the present administration, Mr Kalu, who represents Bende Federal Constituency of Abia State, mentioned Nigeria has the potential to turn out to be an instance for different African nations within the close to future.
“As Nigeria embarks on this journey, it stands poised to turn out to be a beacon of hope and progress inside the African continent, main by instance within the pursuit of sustainable growth and shared prosperity.
“As Africa navigates the complexities of the twenty first century, Nigeria’s proactive stance in aligning with the Agenda 2063 blueprint shall be important in shaping a affluent and united Africa. By collaborative efforts and a shared imaginative and prescient, the continent can obtain the transformative change envisioned for 2063 and past,” Mr Kalu added.
