Vice President Kashim Shettima, on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will on Wednesday, deliver Nigeria’s national statement at the ongoing 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The address is scheduled between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. New York time with multilateralism, UN Reform, Climate Action,...
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The 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) kicks off today in New York, with a high-stakes General Debate drawing over 150 world leaders, amid ongoing global tensions and shifting power dynamics. The opening address will be delivered by U.S. President Donald Trump, marking a key moment...
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a passionate appeal to global communities, urging immediate action to end violence, mend divisions, and restore hope amid rising global instability. As world leaders convene in New York for the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Guterres warned that the...
FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud has declared that empowering women economically is one of the surest pathways to reducing poverty, achieving equity, and fostering lasting peace. The Minister made this assertion at an economic empowerment forum organised for women political leaders and economic experts, on the sidelines...
As global temperatures climb relentlessly, the United Nations’ World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that intensifying floods and storms show no signs of abating, with climate change placing unprecedented strain on the planet’s water systems. In a stark assessment, the WMO highlights how these water-driven crises are increasingly disrupting...
At the annual Peace Bell ceremony held at UN Headquarters in New York, UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the transformative power of peace, declaring, “Peace remains the greatest catalyst for a brighter tomorrow.” Speaking on Friday, Guterres highlighted the urgency of fostering peace in a world increasingly torn by...
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has granted an application filed by the Department of State Services (DSS), to expedite proceedings in the trial of the suspected mastermind of the August 26, 2011 bombing of the United Nations (UN) building in Abuja, Khalid Al Barnawi and 4 others....
United Nations (UN) on Thursday commemorated the 24th anniversary of the devastating 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States, reflecting on the tragedy that struck its host city, New York. The UN, headquartered in New York for nearly eight decades, expressed unwavering support for the city’s residents. “For nearly...
President Bola Tinubu is slated to speak at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level General Debate, held at the UN headquarters in New York on September 24, 2025. According to a revised provisional speaker list, obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) from...
Nepal’s Prime Minister, KP Sharma Oli, has stepped down on Tuesday following a violent crackdown on youth-led anti-corruption protests, as the United Nations issued urgent calls for restraint and dialogue to quell the escalating crisis. At least 19 people have lost their lives, and over 100 others have been...
United Nations has strongly denounced a brutal assault by suspected Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State, Nigeria, where 63 individuals, including five soldiers and 58 civilians, lost their lives in Daral-Jamal, a community along the Bama-Banki Road in the Sambisa Forest. The attackers also set fire to over 20...
United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, has called on African defence leaders to take decisive ownership of the continent’s security challenges during her address at the inaugural African Chiefs of Defence Forum in Abuja on Monday. Highlighting the escalating threats of violent extremism, cyber warfare, and climate-induced instability, she...
Founder of the Great Achievers Initiative for Youth and Community Development (GAIYD), Dr. Hillary Akpua, has told the government at all levels that youth development must be treated as a matter of urgent national importance. He warned that Nigeria risks undermining its future if the needs of its young...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on global stakeholders to deepen cooperation with Nigeria in rebuilding sustainable and inclusive food systems across Africa, saying true national sovereignty is incomplete without food sovereignty. He noted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has designed a comprehensive strategy to...
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has emphasized that Nelson Mandela’s legacy of peace, justice, and human dignity is now the responsibility of the global community. Speaking at a public service activity to commemorate the 2025 Nelson Mandela International Day, Guterres stated, “Today, Madiba’s legacy is now our responsibility. “We must...
United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has paid tribute to Nigeria’s late former President Muhammadu Buhari, hailing his legacy as a defender of Africa and a strong supporter of the United Nations. During a visit to Nigeria House in New York, Guterres signed the condolence register, expressing his heartfelt sympathies...
United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Ms. Amina Mohammed, has paid tribute to Nigeria’s late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a man of unwavering discipline, deep conviction, and steadfast patriotism. Mohammed visited the Nigeria House in New York to sign the condolence register and pray for the peaceful repose...
Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has declared that the world can still end the scourge of HIV and AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, despite the challenges and funding gaps. Executive Director of UNAIDS, Winnie Byanyima, emphasized the need for urgency, unity, and commitment to...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – Kaduna State Government is set to go into partnership in bringing together global development partners, government agencies, and education stakeholders to co-create a homegrown and inclusive education model. To achieve this desired goal, the state government is to host a high-level international education summit,...
United Nations (UN) General Assembly has approved a $5.38 billion budget for peacekeeping operations for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, a slight decrease from the previous year’s budget of $5.59 billion. The budget was adopted without a vote, except for the resolution on the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL),...