AU, Nigeria Sign MoU to Bolster Counter-Terrorism Efforts
The African Union (AU) Commission and the Federal Republic of Nigeria have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening collaboration in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism across Africa.
The agreement, sealed on September 8, was signed by Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, and Major-General Adamu Garba Laka, National Coordinator of Nigeria’s National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC).
According to the parties, the MoU provides a robust framework for enhancing cooperation and coordination on counterterrorism initiatives. It emphasizes strategies such as real-time intelligence sharing, joint research, deployment of NCTC experts to the African Union Counter-Terrorism Centre (AUCTC), as well as victim recovery, deradicalisation and reintegration programmes.
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Speaking at the signing ceremony, Ambassador Adeoye described the partnership as a demonstration of the AU and Nigeria’s shared resolve to address the continent’s evolving security challenges through coordinated strategies, capacity building and sustained collaboration.
“The agreement underscores our collective commitment to combating terrorism, strengthening resilience and ensuring sustainable peace across Africa,” Adeoye stated.
Maj.-Gen. Laka, on his part, reaffirmed Nigeria’s readiness to support continental efforts in tackling violent extremism, stressing that the MoU will reinforce Nigeria’s leadership role in regional and continental security frameworks.
To ensure effective implementation, a Joint Working Group will be established to monitor progress, evaluate outcomes and oversee the execution of the agreement.
The pact reflects a renewed determination by Nigeria and the African Union to safeguard peace, security and stability across the continent in the face of persistent terrorist threats.
By PRNigeria
