Implementing the Integrated Review in Nigeria

Foreign Affairs Committee Closed Inquiry
Opened: 28 Apr 2021 Closed: 3 Feb 2023 Parliament page
Using Nigeria as a case study of Global Britain in action, we will seek to identify ways in which multiple, and inter-related, aspects of foreign policy engagement can be brought together in the coherent approach set out in the Integrated Review given the existing mechanisms of government. Read the call … Read more
16 Recommendations
5 Conclusions
1 Report
3 Oral sessions
3 Letters
3 Events
Activity timeline 11 events
7 Sep
2022
Correspondence
13 Jul
2022
Report published
13 Jul
2022
Correspondence
29 Apr
2022
Report published
2 Mar
2022
Correspondence
14 Dec
2021
Oral evidence
14 Dec
2021
Formal meeting (oral evidence session) · Room 15, Palace of Westminster
21 Sep
2021
Oral evidence
21 Sep
2021
Formal meeting (oral evidence session) · Room 15, Palace of Westminster
20 Jul
2021
Oral evidence
20 Jul
2021
Formal meeting (oral evidence session) · Virtual meeting
Oral evidence sessions 3 sessions
14 Dec 2021
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Foreign Affairs Committee
Andrew Skipper · Hogan Lovells Monique Barbut · United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Robbie Marwick · Savo Project Developers
21 Sep 2021
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Adesope Olajide (AKA Shopsy Doo) Helen Dempster · Centre for Global Development Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede · Africa Initiative for Governance Patoranking
20 Jul 2021
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Aisha Raheem-Bolarinwa · Farmz2u Onyeka Akumah · Plentywaka Yasmin Belo-Osagie · She Leads Africa
Title HC No. Published Items Response
Seventh Report - Lagos calling: Nigeria and the Integrated Review HC 202 29 Apr 2022 21 Responded
Recommendations & Conclusions
5 results
Clear
4 Recommendation Accepted
Seventh Report - Lagos calling: Ni…
Issues surrounding the colonial legacy of the UK in Nigeria should be delicately addressed through...
Issues surrounding the colonial legacy of the UK in Nigeria should be delicately addressed through meaningful dialogue. We recommend that the FCDO should be proactive in encouraging dialogue around any aspects of the UK’s colonial legacy, including the future of … Read more
Government Response
The government agrees to proactively encourage dialogue around the UK’s colonial legacy, including the Benin Bronzes. The FCDO's Diplomatic Academy has run staff training to enhance understanding of the colonial legacy. They will support museums and galleries in the UK in their ongoing dialogue with Nigerian authorities.
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9 Conclusion Accepted
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Electricity provision is key to the development of Nigerian businesses.
Electricity provision is key to the development of Nigerian businesses. We recognise the priority the UK Government has put on this sector and encourage increased attention be paid here.
Government Response
The government agrees with the recommendation and states that it aligns with its existing work in supporting Nigeria's transition to a low carbon economy, including support for the Energy Transition Plan and public-private partnership projects.
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12 Recommendation Accepted
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Nigeria’s security matters to the UK.
Nigeria’s security matters to the UK. Evidence described four significant security situations which make daily life in many parts of the country dangerous and sap the resources of the security services. Some of these crises, we heard, have the potential … Read more
Government Response
The government agreed with the recommendation, stating it's a continuation of current work streams, detailing training and capacity building support provided to the Nigerian military under the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF), alongside broader programming to address the root causes of conflict.
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17 Recommendation Accepted
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We welcome the innovative steps the UK Government has taken to support Nigeria’s transition to...
We welcome the innovative steps the UK Government has taken to support Nigeria’s transition to a low carbon economy. However, we believe there is scope for higher ambition in its goals and greater clarity in its approach. We recommend the … Read more
Government Response
The UK Government is supportive of Nigeria’s transition to a low carbon economy and is working with international partners, supporting work to develop Nigeria’s Energy Transition Plan, and helping develop public-private partnership projects for Development Finance Institutions, as well as the private sector.
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21 Recommendation Accepted
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The Commonwealth presents a significant opportunity as the UK looks to strengthen ties with Nigeria...
The Commonwealth presents a significant opportunity as the UK looks to strengthen ties with Nigeria and other African partners. The foundation of common history and the desire for greater reciprocity should not be taken for granted nor be overlooked as … Read more
Government Response
The government agreed, stating Nigeria remains a prominent partner in the Commonwealth and outlined its leading role and funding for commitments made by Commonwealth Heads of State, including support for human trafficking legislation, girls' education, and women entrepreneurs.
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Government Response AI assessment · 21 of 16 classified
Accepted 5
Accepted in Part 11
Acknowledged 3
Rejected 2
Total 16 recs + 5 conclusions
Correspondence 3 letters
7 Sep 2022 Correspondence with the Minister for Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean relating to the Government’s response to the Committee’s Report: Lagos calling: Nigeria and the Integrated Review, dated 25/07/2022 and 12/07/2022
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13 Jul 2022 From committee Letter to the Foreign Secretary relating to the Government response to the Committee's Seventh Report of Session 2021-22, dated 12/07/2022
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2 Mar 2022 Correspondence with the Minister for Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean relating to Nigeria, dated 25/02/2022 and 19/01/2022
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