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INAUGURATION ADDRESS BY DR GOODLUCK JONATHAN, PRESIDENT OF NIGERIA May 29, 2011
1. My Dear Compatriots, I stand in humble gratitude to you, this day, having just sworn to the oath of office as President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of our great nation.
2. I thank you all, fellow citizens, for the trust and confidence which you have demonstrated through the power of your vote. I want to assure you, that I will do my utmost at all times, to continue to deserve your trust.
3. I would like to specially acknowledge the presence in our midst today, of Brother Heads of State and Government, who have come to share this joyous moment with us. Your Excellencies, I thank you for your solidarity. I also wish to express my gratitude, to the Representatives of Heads of State and Government who are here with us. My appreciation also goes to the chairperson of the African Union and other world leaders, our development partners, and all our distinguished guests.
4. I want to specially thank all Nigerians for staying the course in our collective commitment to build a democratic nation. To members of the PDP family and members of other political parties, who have demonstrated faith in our democratic enterprise, I salute you.
5. At this juncture, let me acknowledge and salute my friend and brother, Vice-President Namadi Sambo; and my dear wife, Patience, who has been a strong pillar of support.
6. I thank her for galvanizing and mobilizing Nigerian women for the cause of democracy. In the same vein, I owe a debt of gratitude to my mother and late father. I cannot thank them enough.
7. I cannot but pay tribute to our late President, Alhaji Umaru Musa YarAdua, with whom we won the Presidential election four years ago, when I contested as his running mate. May God bless his soul.
8. I also wish to pay tribute to our founding fathers, whose enduring sacrifices and abiding faith in the unity and greatness of our country, laid the foundation for the nation. We take enormous pride in their contributions. The pivotal task of this generation is to lift our fatherland to the summit of greatness.
9. Your Excellencies, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, earlier this year, over seventy-three million eligible Nigerians endured all manner of inconvenience just to secure their voters cards, in order to exercise the right to choose those that will govern them.
10. At the polls, we saw the most dramatic expressions of the hunger for democracy. Stories of courage and patriotism were repeated in many ways, including how fellow citizens helped physically challenged voters into polling stations to enable them exercise their franchise. The inspiring story of the one hundred and three year-old man, and many like him across the country, who struggled against the physical limitations of age to cast their vote, is noteworthy.
11. Such determination derives from the typical Nigerian spirit of resilience in the face of the greatest of odds. That spirit has, over the years, stirred our hopes, doused our fears, and encouraged us to gather ourselves to build a strong nation even when others doubted our capacity.
12. Today, our unity is firm, and our purpose is strong. Our determination unshakable. Together, we will unite our nation and improve the living standards of all our peoples whether in the North or in the South; in the East or in the West. Our decade of development has begun. The march is on. The day of transformation begins today. We will not allow anyone exploit differences in creed or tongue, to set us one against another. Let me at this point congratulate the elected Governors, Senators, members of the House of Representatives and those of the States Houses of Assembly for their victories at the polls.
13. I am mindful that I represent the shared aspiration of all our people to forge a united Nigeria: a land of justice, opportunity and plenty. Confident that a people that are truly committed to a noble ideal, cannot be denied the realization of their vision, I assure you that this dream of Nigeria, that is so deeply felt by millions, will indeed come to reality.
14. A decade ago, it would have been a mere daydream to think that a citizen from a minority ethnic group could galvanize national support, on an unprecedented scale, to discard ancient prejudices, and win the peoples mandate as President of our beloved country. That result emanated from the toil and sacrifice of innumerable individuals and institutions, many of whom may never get to receive public appreciation for their effort.
15. Only a couple of days ago, I received an entry on my Facebook page. It was sent by Mr. Babajide Orevba. He wrote to inform me that I had lost a great fan. That fan was his father, Mr. Emmanuel Bamidele Orevba. The deceased, the son told me, was no politician, but had campaigned enthusiastically for my ticket. Tragically, overwhelmed by the joy of our victory, he collapsed, and passed on three days later. I pray God Almighty to grant his soul eternal rest.
16. The success of the 2011 elections and the widespread acclaim which the exercise received was due to the uncommon patriotism and diligence exhibited by many Nigerians, including members of the Armed Forces, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and others. Unfortunately, despite the free, fair and transparent manner the elections were conducted, a senseless wave of violence in some parts of the country led to the death of ten members of the NYSC and others. These brave men and women paid the supreme sacrifice in the service of our fatherland. They are heroes of our democracy. We offer our heartfelt prayers and condolences in respect of all those who lost their lives.
17. In the days ahead, those of us that you have elected to serve must show that we are men and women with the patriotism and passion, to match the hopes and aspirations of you, the great people of this country. We must demonstrate the leadership, statesmanship, vision, capacity, and sacrifice, to transform our nation. We must strengthen common grounds, develop new areas of understanding and collaboration, and seek fresh ideas, that will enrich our national consensus.
18. It is the supreme task of this generation to give hope to the hopeless, strength to the weak and protection to the defenceless.
19. Fellow citizens, the leadership we have pledged is decidedly transformative. The transformation will be achieved in all the critical sectors, by harnessing the creative energies of our people.
20. We must grow the economy, create jobs, and generate enduring happiness for our people. I have great confidence in the ability of Nigerians to transform this country. The urgent task of my administration is to provide a suitable environment, for productive activities to flourish. I therefore call on the good people of Nigeria, to enlist as agents of this great transformation.
21. My dear countrymen and women, being a Nigerian is a blessing. It is also a great responsibility. We must make a vow that, together, we will make the Nigerian Enterprise thrive.
22. The leadership and the followership must strive to convert our vast human and natural resources into the force that leads to a greater Nigeria. The Nigeria of our dreams must be built on hard work and not on short cuts. Let me salute the Nigerian workers who build our communities, cities and country. They deserve fair rewards, and so do the women that raise our children, and the rural dwellers that grow our food.
23. The moment is right. The signs are heart-warming. We are ready to take off on the path of sustained growth and economic development. In our economic strategy, there will be appropriate policy support to the real sector of the economy, so that Small and Medium Enterprises may thrive. Nigeria is blessed with enormous natural wealth, and my Administration will continue to encourage locally owned enterprises to take advantage of our resources in growing the domestic economy. A robust private sector is vital to providing jobs for our rapidly expanding population. But this must be a collaborative effort.
24. We must form technical and financial partnerships with global businesses and organizations. We live in an age where no country can survive on its own; countries depend on each other for economic well-being. Nigeria is no different. Returns on investment in Nigeria remain among the highest in the world. We will continue to welcome sustainable investment in our economy.
25. We will push programs and policies that will benefit both local and foreign businesses, but we must emphasize mutual benefits and win-win relationships. The overall ongoing reforms in the banking and financial sectors are therefore designed to support the real sector of the economy.
26. To drive our overall economic vision, the power sector reform is at the heart of our industrialization strategy. I call on all stakeholders, to cooperate with my administration, to ensure the success of the reforms.
27. Over the next four years, attention will be focused on rebuilding our infrastructure. We will create greater access to quality education and improved health care delivery. We will pay special attention to the agricultural sector, to enable it play its role of ensuring food security and massive job creation for our people.
28. The creation of the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority will immensely contribute to strengthening our fiscal framework, by institutionalizing savings of our commodity-related revenues. With this mechanism in place, we will avoid the boom and bust cycles, and mitigate our exposure to oil price volatility.
29. The lesson we have learnt is that the resolution of the Niger Delta issue is crucial for the health of the nations economy. In the interest of justice, equity and national unity, we shall actively promote the development of the region. I believe that peace is a necessary condition for development.
30. Fellow citizens, in every decision, I shall always place the common good before all else. The bane of corruption shall be met by the overwhelming force of our collective determination, to rid our nation of this scourge. The fight against corruption is a war in which we must all enlist, so that the limited resources of this nation will be used for the growth of our common wealth.
31. I am confident that we have every reason to look to the future with hope. We owe ourselves and posterity the duty of making this country respectable in the comity of nations. Nigeria, as a responsible member of the international community, will remain committed to the maintenance of global peace and security. We will continue to play an active role in the United Nations. Our role in the African Union, ECOWAS, and the Gulf of Guinea will be enhanced to ensure greater human and energy security.
32. Your Excellencies, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, this is a new dawn for Africa. We fought for decolonization. We will now fight for democratization. Nigeria, in partnership with the African Union, will lead the process for democracy and development in Africa. In particular, we will support the consolidation of democracy, good governance and human rights in the continent. Africa must develop its vast resources to tackle poverty and under-development.
33. Conscious of the negative effect of insecurity on growth and development, my Administration will seek collaboration at bilateral and multilateral levels, to improve our capability in combating trans-border crimes. In this regard, we will intensify our advocacy against the illicit trades in small arms and light weapons, which have become the catalyst for conflicts on the African continent. All Nigerian diplomatic missions abroad are to accord this vision of defending the dignity of humanity the highest priority.
34. My fellow countrymen and women, Nigeria is not just a land of promise; it shall be a nation where positive change will continue to take place, for the good of our people. The time for lamentation is over. This is the era of transformation. This is the time for action. But Nigeria can only be transformed if we all play our parts with commitment and sincerity. Cynicism and skepticism will not help our journey to greatness. Let us all believe in a new Nigeria. Let us work together to build a great country that we will all be proud of. This, is our hour.
35. Fellow Compatriots, lift your gaze towards the horizon. Look ahead, and you will see a great future that we can secure with unity, hard work and collective sacrifice.
36. Join me now as we begin the journey of transforming Nigeria.
I will continue to fight, for your future, because I am one of you.
I will continue to fight, for improved medical care for all our citizens.
I will continue to fight for all citizens to have access to first class education.
I will continue to fight for electricity to be available to all our citizens.
I will continue to fight for an efficient and affordable public transport system for all our people.
I will continue to fight for jobs to be created through productive partnerships.
37. You have trusted me with your mandate, and I will never, never let you down.
38. I know your pain, because I have been there. Look beyond the hardship you have endured. See a new beginning; a new direction; a new spirit.
39. Nigerians, I want you to start to dream again. What you see in your dreams, we can achieve together. I call upon all the Presidential candidates who contested with me to join hands with us as we begin the transformation of our country.
40. Let us work together; let us build together; let us bequeath a greater Nigeria to the generations to come.
41. I thank you! God bless you all! And God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Nigerian Former President Olusegun Obasanjo Visits Austria
Ambassador Ayo Olukanni (Charge DAffaires Embassy/Permanent Mission of Nigeria Vienna) and Mr. Paul Marceli, UNIDO Representative, welcome Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on arrival at the VIP Terminal Vienna International Airport
Nigerian former President Olusegun Obasanjo arrived in Vienna Tuesday 21st June, 2011 on a two-day visit to Austria where he will participate at the UNIDOs High-Level Ministerial Meeting on Energy and Green Industry taking place at Schatzkammersaal, Hofburg Palace Vienna.
The Vienna Energy Forum 2011 (VEF) is holding one year before the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development that will take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from 4 to 6 June 2012, nearly twenty years after the historic Earth Summit of 1992.
The VEF will bring together policy-makers, experts and other key stakeholders in the energy sector to review the latest developments and exchange ideas on Renewable and Rural Energy. The Forum also provides a platform to promote information dissemination and enhance partnerships and cooperation between stakeholders in this sector.
Nigerians in Austria Commend Outgoing Envoys Constructive Engagement
 Mr. Oluyemi Ogundele, NANCA President (Middle) presenting Mr. Ayo Olukanni (left) with Certificate of NANCAs highest honour witnessed by Mr. Agbonkpolor Owa Naps, the President of Edo community Austria.
Nigerians in Austria have commended outgoing Charge DAffaires, Mr. Ayo Olukanni for his role in ensuring a new approach of constructive engagement with them during his tenure at the Embassy/Permanent Mission of Nigeria Vienna, Austria.
A statement by National Association of Nigerian community (NANCA) at the end of its last meeting with Mr. Olukanni in Vienna, on Friday 10th of June 2011, said the envoy while in Austria, has adopted a more robust interaction with them with a new focus on immigration issues.
Delivering his address during the meeting, NANCA President, Mr. Oluyemi Ogundele commended Mr. Olukannis approach to the problems of Nigerians during his tenure, adding that his approach was a realisation of a new paradigm shift that allows people of Nigerian origin in Austria to have a more sense of belonging due to the support they enjoyed from the Nigerian Government through the Embassy.
By so doing, Mr. Olukanni has not only helped to restore the confidence of the Nigerian community in the Mission but also that of Austria government in the Embassy, Mr. Ogundele further said.
He further commended Mr. Olukanni for his role in uniting Nigerians in Austria and for encouraging them in their efforts to project a good image of Nigeria.
He also praised his efforts in promoting the cultural heritage and values of the country. These achievements, Mr Ogundele said, become more remarkable in view of the fact that Mr. Olukanni has served in Austria within a very short time.
Mr Olukanni was also commended by Nigerians for ensuring regularly comprehensive and highly engaging interactive meetings and sessions with them on developmental efforts back in Nigeria.
In conclusion, the Association bade farewell to Mr. Olukanni and wished him well in his new capacity as the Nigerian Ambassador to Australia.
Mr Olukanni was among the 25 new ambassadors inducted by the Federal Government of Nigeria on 6 April 2011.
Embassy/Permanent Mission of Nigeria
Vienna, Austria.
15th June, 2011.
Fifty fourth Session of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space Vienna 1st -10th June 2011
Agenda Item 4:
GENERAL EXCHANGE OF VIEWS
Presented by
Amb. Ayo Olukanni
Minister/Charge d Affaires a.i
Embassy/ Permanent Mission of Nigeria
Vienna
GENERAL EXCHANGE OF VIEWS
Mr. Chairman,
My delegation wishes to join others before us in commending your efforts at steering the meeting of the Committee in a most efficient way and we assure you of our support during this session.
We also want to thank the Director of the UN Office of Outer Space Affairs, Prof. Mazlan Othman and her team of dedicated staff for the excellent preparations for the 54th Session of the Committee.
Mr. Chairman,
Yesterday, we Iistened to various delegations express in various ways, the significance of the celebration of fifty years of Human space flight and fifty years of the first session of the COPUOS. These statements reaffirm the continuing impact of Space Science technology on all countries, regions and the World at large.
On this auspicious occasion, I once again wish to express my delegations congratulations to all member states, the secretariat of COPOUS and the world in general for the significant successes and progress made so far in harnessing the vast potentials of Outer Space for the collective benefit of humanity.
Mr. Chairman,
The Nigeria delegation appreciates the work of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) and its two subcommittees in furthering international cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space. It is equally commendable that the two Subcommittees had worked assiduously to provide the international framework for space activities for the benefit of member states. Such cooperation is crucial in the International efforts for mitigation of the impact of near-earth objects and space debris and the lang term sustainability of outer space activities.
The role of COPUOS in the implementation of activities recommended under UNISPACE 111 cannot be overemphasized especially in the areas of manpower development and outreach programmes. These activities have created an unprecedented awareness in the developing countries on the use of space science technology for socio economic development.
Mr. Chairman,
Nigeria will continue to be in the fore front of the promotion of International cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space in Africa. We will continue with our active participation at the African Leadership Congress (ALC) and the African Resource Management Satellite Constellation (ARMC), both spin-offs of the UNISPACE 111 Conference.
Nigeria will also continue to provide support for the Africa Regional Support Office for the UN-SPIDER and the African Regional Centre for Space Science and Technology Education for English speaking African'Countries both located in Nigeria.
Nigeria congratulates Ghana for establishing the Ghana Space Science and Technology Centre (GSSTC) and welcomes its contributions to the attainment of Ghana's and Africa's space aspirations. We look forward to working with Ghana in areas of mutual interest and to its future membership in COPUOS.
We also wish to congratulate Kenya for hosting the Fourth ALC Conference in Mombasa in September this year. Through the programme which Kenya has put together on the basis of wide consultation, the Conference offers the participating African countries, including Nigeria, the opportunity to strengthen on-going collaboration and to collectively chart a future path on various space-related fronts, for the benefit of their respective countries and the continent as a whole.
Nigeria also wishes to commend South Africa for hosting the 62nd International Astronautical Congress in Cape Town in October this year. The Africa Space Day at the congress offers each participating African country, including Nigeria, an opportunity, to articulate, through a high level representation, its vision and contribution on how space can transform Africa and enhance the quality of Iife of the African people.
In conclusion, my delegation associates itself with the Statement of the G77 and China at this Session of the Committee.
Thank You.
STATEMENT ON THE JUST CONCLUDED
PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS
AS YOU ARE ALREADY AWARE, NIGERIA'S PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION WAS HELD ON SATURDAY 16 APRIL 2011 THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY, MONITORED BY A NUMBER OF INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL OBSERVERS. THE ELECTIONS, THE FOURTH SINCE NIGERIA RETURNED TO DEMOCRATIC RULE IN 1999, WAS CONDUCTED IN A PEACEFUL ATMOSPHERE, VINDICATING GOVERNMENT'S AVOWED COMMITMENT TO CONDUCTING A CREDIBLE, FREE AND FAIR ELECTION. ACCORDING TO RESULTS JUST RELEASED BY THE INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC), THE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE OF THE PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC PARTY (PDP) AND THE INCUMBENT PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, H.E. DR. GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN, GCFR, EMERGED VICTORIOUS, HAVING WON NOT ONLY THE OVERWHELMING MAJORITY OF THE VOTES CAST, BUT ALSO FULFILLED THE CONSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENT OF WINNING TWO-THIRDS OF THE STATES OF THE FEDERATION AND NOT LESS THAN ONE QUARTER OF THE VOTES CAST IN THE REMAINING STATES . IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT THE ELECTIONS MARKED A SIGNIFICANT MILESTONE IN NIGERIA'S DEMOCRATIC EVOLUTIONARY PROCESS. THE ENTHUSIASM AND PATRIOTISM DEMONSTRATED AC ROSS THE NATION WAS UNPRECEDENTED; SO ALSO WAS THE RELATIVE PEACE AND CALM WHICH CHARACTERIZED THE CONDUCT OF THE ELECTIONS. IT MUST BE UNDERSTOOD, THEREFORE, THAT THE POST-ELECTION VIOLENCE THAT HAS OCCURRED IN ISOLATED PARTS OF THE COUNTRY CANNOT DIMINISH THE INTEGRITY OF THE ELECTORAL PROCESS NOR CAST ANY SHADOW ON THIS MILESTONE ACHIEVEMENT OF THE ELECTIONS. IT IS HOPED, THAT DEMOCRACY BEING A PROCESS RATHER THAN AN EVENT, NIGERIA WOULD BUILD ON THE GAINS AND SUCCESSES ACHIEVED IN THE ELECTORAL EXERCISE JUST CONCLUDED. NIGERIA IS GRATEFUL TO FRIENDS, AND PARTNERS, ALL OF WHOM CONTRIBUTED, IN NO SMALL MEASURE, TO THE SUCCESS OF THE ELECTIONS. SHE STANDS READY TO CONTINUE TO COLLABORATE WITH THE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY TO PROMOTE THE UNIVERSAL V ALUES OF FREEDOM, DEMOCRACY AND RULE OF LAW, BOTH WITHIN AFRICA AND GLOBALLY. DR. MARTIN UHOMOIBHI PERMANENT SECRETARY
Press Release 31st December, 2010.
Hon Mohammed Adoke SAN signed the Agreement on behalf of Nigeria witnessed by Mrs Farida Waziri (Chairman EFCC), Mr. Ayo Olukanni Charge dAffaires of the Embassy/Permanent Mission of Nigeria Vienna and the Chairman, IACA International Steering Committee, Mr. Martin Kreutrner. (Klick here for Video)
Nigeria signs Agreement on the International
Anticorruption Academy (IACA)
Nigeria on Thursday 30th December 2010, in Vienna, signed the Agreement on the International Anti-corruption Academy. The Honourable Minister of Justice, Hon Mohammed Adoke SAN signed the Agreement on behalf of Nigeria. He was accompanied by the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) Mrs Farida Waziri and the Charge dAffaires a.i of the Nigerian Embassy/Permanent Mission in Vienna, Mr. Ayo Olukanni. Nigeria is the 53rd member states of the UN to sign the Agreement making her a founding member of the Academy. IACA has emerged as a UN related body set up as the focal point for international cooperation and coordination in the fight against corruption. It is perceived as having great potentials to advance the goals of the landmark United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) The mandate of IACA, includes anti-corruption research, education and training into all aspect of corruption, provision of relevant technical assistance in the fight against corruption and development of policies and procedures to prevent and combat corruption degree. In his remarks at the occasion after the signing ceremony, the Honourable Minister of Justice described the event as a landmark occasion for Nigeria. He said the decision to sign the Agreement was not just a symbolic gesture, it was another evidence of the commitment of the administration of President Goodluck Jonathan towards zero tolerance for corruption. He pointed out that although Nigeria had established an effective institution such as the EFCC in the fight against corruption, Nigeria will take advantages of opportunities presented by the Academy as a centre of training, networking and cooperation as well as academic research institution.
In his own remarks, the Chair, IACA International Steering Committee, Mr. Martin Kreutrner said the organization was indeed happy to have Nigeria which is demonstrating its commitment to fight corruption, as one of the founding members of IACA. He expressed the hope that efforts by Nigeria in its fight against corruption will further receive a boost through the activities of IACA.
The Nigerian Charge Mr. Ayo Olukanni also assured that the Mission will work closely with the Institution which is based in the Austrian city of Laxenburg to ensure that Nigeria benefits particularly from the capacity building activities of IACA.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
On the Machine Readable Passports
THIS IS TO NOTIFY ALL CONCERNED THAT THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF NIGERIA HAS EXTENDED THE VALIDITY OF THE EXISTING MACHINE READABLE PASSPORTS (MRP) FROM THE EARLIER ANNOUNCED DATE OF 30TH APRIL 2011 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
THE INDIFINITE EXTENSION WAS INFORMED BY THE NEED TO GIVE NIGERIAN NATIONALS ABROAD AMPLE TIME TO ACQUIRE THE NEW ECOWAS BIOMETRIC ELECTRONIC (E-) PASSPORTS.
CONSEQUENTLY, ALL NIGERIANS ABROAD ARE ADVISED TO TAKE URGENT STEPS TO RECIPROCATE GOVERNMENT´S KIND GESTURE BY ACQUIRING THE NEW ECOWAS E-PASSPORT WITHOUT FURTHER DELAY.
EMBASSY OF NIGERIA,
VIENNA AUSTRIA.
11th APRIL, 2011
Press Release 16th December, 2010.
Nigerians in Austria praise the Federal Government over e-Passport Exercise.
Applicant collecting his Biometric Passport from the Mission
Nigerians in Austria have commended the Federal Government over its recently concluded e-Passport intervention exercise in Vienna, Austria.
In a letter of commendation addressed to Mr Ayo Olukanni, Charge dAffaires of the Embassy/Permanent Mission of Nigeria Vienna in his office on 16th December, 2010 the President of the Nigerian Community in Austria (NANCA) Mr Oluyemi Ogundele, described the exercise as very efficient and timely one that has served to allay fears of Nigerians on their fate when the old passport ceased to be valid.
By intervening promptly, the NANCA President said the Nigerian government has saved a situation that could endanger efforts of the Embassy in fostering good relations with Austria; which according to him has improved in recent time after a brief period of irritation over immigration issues.
The Nigerian community also praised Mr Olukanni and the staff of the Mission for the efficient manner in which the exercised was carried out adding that by the consultative meeting with the Nigerian community, which was held as part of preparation for the exercises, went a long way to ensure the success of the exercise; and ensured that all applicants were attended to within the shortest possible time.
In the same vain, Mr. A. K. Kuso, Assistant Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) before departing Vienna, commended the embassy for preparing grounds before their arrival.
As a result of the exercise about 450 Nigerians residing in Austria would receive the new Biometric Passport.
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