*Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori Engages Stakeholders on Implementing the Strategic Plan for the Committee on Cooperation and Integration in Africa*

Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori, member representing the Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on Cooperation and Integration in Africa, convened key stakeholders from across the continent, including representatives from the African Union, ECOWAS Parliament, AUDA/NEPAD, the Kenyan High Commission, the South African High Commission, Afrexim Bank, and various civil society organizations.

The purpose was to discuss collaborative efforts in implementing the Committee's Strategic Plan.

The meeting took place in Committee Room 201 of the House of Representatives at the National Assembly, bringing together major partners eager to partner with the Committee.

Attendees praised the Committee for its proactive approach in developing a strategic document that serves as a blueprint for fostering unity, cooperation, and integration across Africa.

This guiding document will facilitate meaningful partnerships aimed at tackling shared challenges and advancing common goals.

The brief occasion provided a platform for representatives from the African Union, ECOWAS, and other sub-regional and African civil societies to engage in dynamic discussions, exchanging ideas on how to best collaborate for the advancement of the continent.

A highlight of the event was the presentation of the Strategic Plan Document to esteemed guests, including His Excellency Amb. Isaac Pareshina of the Kenyan High Commission, His Excellency Hindi Mmroele of the South African High Commission, Dr. Mohammed Kyari of the African Union, Mr. Alain Thierry Mbongne of Afrexim Bank, Hon. Jabiru Salisu Abdullahi Tsauri, CEO of AUDA/NEPAD, and Mrs. Ojo Victoria of ACHACOD, among others.

Committee members in attendance included Hon. Agbedi Frederick, Hon. Gaza J. Gbefi, Hon. Akiba Bassey, Hon. Uguru Emmanuel, Hon. Paul A. Ekpo, Hon. MD Hassan, Hon. Garba I Mohammed, and Hon. Oshun Moshood Olarenwaju.

This engagement underscores the Committee’s commitment to fostering collaboration and unity across Africa, paving the way for a more integrated and prosperous continent.