Breaking 59-Year Jinx: Senator Akpabio Elected to Executive Committee of International Parliamentary Union

Senator Godswill Akpabio, the President of the Senate, has been designated to be in the Preparatory Committee for the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament.

This prestigious appointment comes after the virtual meeting of the Geo-Political Group, held on March 7th, 2024.

Along with Akpabio, the committee includes Madam Carolina Cerqueira from Angola, Mr Adams Bictogo from Coted’Ivoire, and Mr Brahim Boughali from Algeria.

This recent appointment adds to Akpabio’s remarkable achievements in the international political arena.

In October 2023, he led Nigeria’s delegation to the IPU’s 147th General Assembly in Luanda, Angola, where he was elected into the Executive Committee of the international body.

This marked the first time a Nigerian had been elected into the committee since 1964, breaking a 59-year jinx.

The International Parliamentary Union (IPU) is a global organization of national parliaments that works to promote democratic governance, peace, and cooperation among its members.

The World Conference of Speakers of Parliament is a significant event that brings together parliamentary leaders from around the world to discuss critical issues and challenges facing their respective countries and the global community.

As a member of the Preparatory Committee, Senator Akpabio will play a vital role in shaping the agenda and discussions at the upcoming 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament.

His inclusion in this committee is a testament to his strong leadership and commitment to advancing Nigeria’s interests on the international stage.

Senator Godswill Akpabio’s appointment to the Preparatory Committee for the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament and his recent election to the Executive Committee of the International Parliamentary Union (IPU) are significant milestones in his political career and for Nigeria as a whole.

These achievements highlight the country’s growing influence in the global political arena and its commitment to fostering international cooperation and dialogue.