By Haruna Salami
The National Assembly of Nigeria joined Commonwealth nations worldwide in commemorating Commonwealth Day 2025, emphasizing its commitment to democracy, peace, and sustainable development.
Themed “Together We Thrive,” the observance highlighted Nigeria’s active role in the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) and its dedication to fostering youth engagement and international cooperation.
Delivering the keynote address on behalf of Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Mark Esset, Chairman, House Committee on Inter-Parliamentary Affairs, reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to the shared values of the 56-member Commonwealth.
“The National Assembly remains dedicated to strengthening democracy by supporting policies that promote social and economic inclusion, human rights, and environmental sustainability. We will continue to engage in Commonwealth parliamentary dialogue to share best practices and learn from other nations to enhance our governance,” he stated.
Hon. Esset highlighted Nigeria’s longstanding participation in the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), recalling that the country hosted the 56th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Abuja in 2006. He noted that Nigeria remains an active player in Commonwealth affairs, with key representatives such as Hon. Tolu Sadipe serving as the West Africa Regional Representative and Hon. Mark Esset as the Branch Representative.
He also commended Hon. Zainab Gimba, who recently completed her tenure as Chairperson of the Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians (CWP).
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