African Union (AU) Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS), Bankole Adeoye, was honoured by Somalian government for his "Outstanding leadership in the AU Peace and Security Agenda" particularly his contributions to Somalia's peace efforts.
State Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, Ali Mohamed Omar, delivered the award on behalf of his government at the African Union Ministerial Committee on Candidatures Within the International System meeting held at the AU Headquarters.
The minister stated that Commissioner Bankole had made tremendous efforts to promote the implementation of Agenda 2063, and that Somalia highly commends his commitment to peace on the continent. He said, "Somalia is proud of Commissioner Bankole's dedication and unwavering engagement for peace in Africa."
The commissioner for his part extended gratitude and acknowledged the strong support of AU member states to the Department in delivering on its mandate of accompanying them to implement Aspirations 3, 4 and 7 of AU Agenda 2063, promoting governance, peace and security, as well as innovative partnerships for a strong, united and influential Africa in the global arena.
"I, the two Directors and our collaborators at the AU Political Affairs, Peace and Security Department, are deeply honoured for this recognition with the total support of our member states in our joint efforts to promote peace, stability and good governance in Africa," commissioner Adeoye said.