It reaffirmed the Commonwealth's principles as detailed under the Harare Declaration but set the "promotion of democracy and development" as the organisation's priorities.

Most of the surrounding town is situated to the south of the iconic rocky outcropping.

The villa was also the site of the Aso Rock Declaration, issued by Commonwealth Heads of Government during the 2003 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Abuja.

Within the Aso Rock Villa complex, the chapel, café, and mosque are located to cater to the religious and social needs of its occupants.

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