Tag: #GlobalPeace
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UN ENVOY URGES GLOBAL ACTION OVER RISING SECURITY THREATS
Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, has called for urgent global action to address rising geopolitical tensions, arms proliferation and emerging security threats. Speaking during a visit by participants of the United States Army War College to Nigeria’s Mission at the UN in New York, Ibrahim warned that artificial intelligence, cyber warfare,…
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NIGERIA SPENT OVER $9BN ON LIBERIA, SIERRA LEONE PEACE MISSIONS — DEFENCE ADVISER
Nigeria’s Defence Adviser to the United Nations, Brig.-Gen. Edward Koleoso, says Nigeria spent more than $9 billion supporting peacekeeping and liberation efforts in Liberia and Sierra Leone during their civil wars. Speaking during a visit by participants of the United States Army War College to Nigeria’s Permanent Mission to the UN in New York, Koleoso…
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“PAUSE THE WAR”: UN PUSHES FOR CEASEFIRE AS SUDAN CRISIS DEEPENS
As Sudan’s war drags into year three, the UN is calling time-out not for politics, but to save lives. With Sudan spiralling deeper into chaos, a top United Nations envoy is urging an urgent humanitarian ceasefire to let aid reach millions trapped in the conflict. Pekka Haavisto, recently appointed by UN chief António Guterres, made…
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“BAN AIRSTRIKES NOW!” POPE LEO BLASTS AERIAL BOMBARDMENTS
As global tensions rise, the Pope is calling for an outright ban on airstrikes, warning they bring indiscriminate death from the skies. Pope Leo has strongly condemned aerial military strikes, describing them as indiscriminate and urging that they be banned entirely. Speaking in Vatican City, the pontiff said no one should live in fear of…
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WORLD LEADERS URGED TO PRIORITISE PEACE DIALOGUES ON HUMAN FRATERNITY DAY
UNAA calls for “Dialogue Over Division” to strengthen global peace. The United Nations Association of Africa (UNAA) has urged world leaders to intensify peace dialogues and conflict prevention efforts, marking the 2026 International Day of Human Fraternity on February 4. Amb. Victor Asije, UNAA’s Director of Peace, Security, and Conflict Prevention, stressed that dialogue must…
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GERMANY, KENYA STAND BY UN AMID TRUMP PEACE BOARD DEBATE
As talk grows around a possible new U.S.-led “Board of Peace,” Germany and Kenya are drawing a clear line: global peace efforts still belong under the United Nations. Meeting in Nairobi, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said the world already has a peace council — the UN — even as concerns rise that former U.S.…
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FG URGES TWO-STATE SOLUTION AS PATH TO PALESTINE PEACE
Nigeria champions dignity and multilateral action for lasting peace in Palestine. At the 80th UN General Assembly, President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, reaffirmed Nigeria’s support for the two-state solution as the most dignified way to achieve lasting peace for Palestine. Tinubu stressed that Palestinians deserve equal freedoms and dignity, calling for civilized…
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TINUBU REAFFIRMS NIGERIA’S DEMAND FOR PERMANENT UN SECURITY COUNCIL SEAT
Nigeria pushes for fair global representation and peace at the UN’s 80th General Assembly.President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima at the UN General Assembly, underscored Nigeria’s call for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council as part of essential institutional reforms. Highlighting Nigeria’s evolution from a colony to a sovereign nation of…
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TRUMP REAFFIRMS 100% SUPPORT FOR UNITED NATIONS DESPITE CRITICISM
Balancing strong critiques with commitment, Trump backs UN’s peace potential. At UNGA, President Trump declared full U.S. support for the United Nations despite criticizing its handling of conflicts, migration, and climate change. UN Secretary-General Guterres praised the U.S. role and cooperation on peace efforts, highlighting shared goals to end global suffering and build lasting peace.
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GUTERRES URGES WORLD LEADERS TO UPHOLD TWO-STATE SOLUTION FOR ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN PEACE
Time to end conflict and secure lasting peace through justice and statehood rights. UN Secretary-General António Guterres calls for immediate ceasefire, hostage release, and humanitarian access in Gaza, condemning violence on all sides. He stresses the urgency of halting settlement expansion and protecting the two-State solution as a right vital for peace and global stability.…
