Africa and the Commonwealth: What Relationship since 1994?
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Africa, Nigeria, Commonwealth, International Organizations, Mutual Relationship.Abstract
The Commonwealth is a global organisation with some unique and important
characteristics that complement other global multilateral organizations. Its peculiarities
most especially its networking and informal qualities have endeared the organization until
recently to her members. In this age of internet in which smartness and alertness are
highly valued, some of her traits are now becoming a thing of an anathema, regarded as a
cog in the wheel of progress. African continent alone has over thirty percent of
Commonwealth membership. This paper examines Commonwealth connection with
Africa since 1994, with particular emphasis on Nigeria. It recommends what both parties
would have to do to make the relationship more robust and the partnership more effective
and impactful in the interest of all.
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