FGN Unveils 4D Foreign Policy Document
Oru Leonard
The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled the new foreign policy document, to leverage international ties with other countries in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision.
In his opening remarks during the launching of the 4D Foreign Policy document, the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Yusuf M. Tuggar on behalf of the Federal Government noted that the 4D policy document comes with a dynamic and innovative concept anchored on Democracy, Development, Demography, and Diaspora.
He said, “Democracy, as the universally accepted form of governance that guarantees freedom, human rights, and the rule of law, has come to stay. Nigeria is committed to strengthening democracy in Africa and the world at large.”
“Despite its challenges, democracy must be upheld by the people as the best form of government to champion the will of the people.
“Mr President is very clear about the need to entrench further and consolidate democratic gains made since the return to civil rule in 1999. We will continue to encourage this both in Africa and worldwide.”
On Development, the Minister stressed on the need to remove major impediments to development in Nigeria and the African continent, highlighting that the current cycle of dependency does not favour socio-economic growth in Africa. Moreso, as the plans to leverage the Africa Continental Free Trade Area to facilitate the exchange of goods and services, fast-tracking trade and investment through economic cooperation.
On Demography, Tugar disclosed the administration’s intention to use the country’s demographic advantage to harness its human capital resources for development. He highlighted the growing youth achievements in fintech, music, arts, sports, and more. “Our foreign policy and diplomatic engagement will showcase the vibrant young talent and skills that our young population possesses for national development,” he said.
On Diaspora, the Hon Minister also highlighted the significant role played by the Nigerian diaspora community in the country’s development, emphasizing that their remittances have become a substantial contributor to Nigeria’s economic growth.
He said the President believes that a well-structured diaspora community will continue to be a catalyst for Nigeria’s image and a veritable source of direct investment.
In attendance were the Minister of Youth Development, the Diplomatic Corp, high ranking staff of the Ministry on Foreign Affairs and the Chairman, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and other dignitaries
Guests were treated with the Nigerian nutritional refreshments and multicultural troupes..
