President Goodluck Jonathan will leave Abuja tonight for Germany en-route to Paris, France where he is scheduled to participate in the Summit on Peace and Security in Africa — alongside some 50 heads of state and government.
The Elysee Palace Summit will be hosted by President Francois Hollande of France.
The United Nations Secretary-General, Mr. Ban Ki Moon, heads of European institutions and leaders of Africa’s sub-regional and continental organizations, such as the African Union and ECOWAS, will also participate in the summit which has economic partnerships, sustainable development and climate change on its agenda as well.
Confirming the trip, Special Adviser to the President on Media and publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati said President Jonathan will be accompanied by First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, relevant ministers and National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki (rtd.).
“He will stop-over in Germany for a private visit on his way to Paris and return to Abuja at the conclusion of the summit on Saturday”, Abati said.
