Nigeria's Defence Minister at UN General Assembly reaffirms pursuit of UNSC seat, citing 41 peacekeeping missions and calling for Africa's permanent seats and enhanced global stability.

During the 79th United Nations General Assembly, Nigeria's Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru, reiterated the country's pursuit of a UN Security Council seat. He emphasized Nigeria's role in 41 peacekeeping missions, deploying over 200,000 troops globally. Badaru called for reforms to grant Africa permanent seats on the council to enhance global stability and urged improved strategies for combating terrorism and transnational crime, particularly in the Sahel region.

September 23, 2024
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