President Ismail Omar Guelleh of Djibouti is seeking the support of Nigeria for its candidate for the Deputy Chairmanship of the African Union Commission at an election coming up before the end of January.
Ahmed Cheick Moumin, who was at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, as Special Envoy of President Ismail Omar Guelleh, reminded his host, acting President Yemi Osinbajo that the AU election for which he is seeking Nigeria’s support, is scheduled for later this month, January.
The Special Envoy who is also that country’s Justice Minister, expressed gratitude to the Nigerian government for the hospitality he and his delegation enjoyed on their arrival in the country.
Responding, Professor Osinbajo assured that Nigeria would consider the candidate, saying that the position is one that has to be occupied by the right person.
The Vice President said that Nigeria and Djibouti have been enjoying “very good diplomatic relationship over the years.”
He expressed appreciation to the President of Djibouti for the country’s support for Nigeria in various international platforms. [myad]
