President Jona off to Germany, France to attend Peace and Security summit

President Goodluck Jonathan left Abuja yesterday night for Germany enroute Paris, France, to attend the Summit on Peace and Security in Africa.

According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, 50 heads of state and government are expected to participate in the Elysee Palace Summit to be hosted by President Francois Hollande.

The statement reads: “The United Nations Secretary-General, Ban Ki-Moon, heads of European institutions and leaders of Africa’s sub-regional and continental organisations, such as the African Union and ECOWAS, will also participate in the summit.

“President Jonathan will be accompanied by the First Lady, Patience Jonathan, relevant ministers and the National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki (rtd).”

Jonathan will stop over in Germany for a private visit on his way to Paris and return to Abuja on Saturday.

The Nation