09/06/2010 – The EU’s role as a longstanding partner in assisting Nigeria tackle development challenges is underlined in the new approach to cooperation that was set out in the “Nigeria-EU Joint Way Forward” framework, which addresses good governance and human rights as priority areas. On 12 February 2010, High Representative Catherine Ashton welcomed the public commitments made by Acting President Goodluck Jonathan to promote good governance, accountability, and the fight against corruption and to work for continued economic growth and development.
