Seven quick facts about Samoa agreement

The Samoa agreement has become one of the most talked about national issues in the country after Atiku Bagudu, minister of budget and economic planning, confirmed the signing of the deal.

In this article, TRIBUNE ONLINE highlights seven (7) things about the controversial deal.

1. The Samoa Agreement is a partnership between the European Union and member states of the Organisation of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS).

2. The agreement was signed on the Island of Samoa in Oceania during the 46th session of the ACP-EU Council of Ministers.

3. The agreement is based on six key priorities, including human rights, peace and security, and environmental sustainability.

4. Nigeria signed the agreement on June 28, 2024.

5. The agreement prioritizes domestic, regional, and multi-country decision-making.

6. There are no clauses in the agreement related to LGBTQ+ rights.

7. The agreement aims to strengthen the capacity of the EU and ACP countries to address global challenges together. The agreement aims to strengthen the capacity of the EU and ACP countries to address global challenges together.

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