Executive Secretary of IGAD Congratulates the New AU Commissioner

The Executive Secretary of IGAD, Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu congratulated the new elected AU Commissioner, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf

Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu posted the following:

“I congratulate my brother, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, on his election as President of the African Union, at the 38th Summit of the Heads of State and Government of the African Union.
This is a strong affirmation of the confidence that African heads of state and government have placed in you.
Your leadership comes at a crucial time for our continent as we face challenges in peace, security and continental integration.
I look forward to working closely with you to enhance regional stability and accelerate the integration agenda in Africa.

Workneh Gebeyehu
Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Development Authority (IGAD).