United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for an urgent global transition away from fossil fuels, warning that the world is simultaneously confronting a worsening climate emergency and an escalating energy crisis driven by dependence on hydrocarbons. Speaking at a…
Millions of Nigerian children wake up every day facing a stark and dangerous reality: they do not have clean water to drink, a safe toilet to use, or soap to wash their hands. Recent data reveals that about 70% of…
The Nigeria Police Force has officially joined the global community to commemorate the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, honoring the courage, professionalism, and ultimate sacrifices of personnel stationed worldwide. In a high-profile address marking the occasion, the police leadership…
By Michael Omotosho | The countdown to Nigeria’s 2027 general elections has officially begun with a high-level intervention aiming to protect the country’s democratic landscape. United Nations Nigeria, alongside key media practitioners and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), have converged to…
By Michael Omotosho | The United Nations House in Nigeria recently hosted the inaugural Project Steering Committee (PSC) meeting for two major European Union-funded initiatives aimed at transforming the lives of displaced populations. The joint session marked the official launch…
By Michael Omotosho | In a high-stakes effort to combat critical shortages, the World Health Organization (WHO) Nigeria, the UN Clinic, and the National Blood Service Commission (NBSC) have united in Abuja to mobilize voluntary blood donors. The collaborative initiative…
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has officially announced the appointment of Nigeria’s Ahunna Eziakonwa as the new Special Adviser on Africa. Eziakonwa succeeds Cristina Duarte of the Republic of Cabo Verde, with Guterres expressing deep gratitude to Duarte for her…
By Michael Omotosho | In a major move to protect vulnerable populations, UNDP Nigeria, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), and the Global Fund have launched a joint initiative to imbed robust, survivor-centred Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Intimate Partner Violence…
The Katsina State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and international partners, has officially commissioned 152 Mass Housing Units, Climate Peace Hubs, and solar minigrids. This landmark initiative marks a critical milestone in strengthening recovery, building…
By Michael Omotosho | Crimes that affect the environment are no longer just a conservation crisis they have rapidly evolved into a sophisticated national security threat. Speaking at the first-ever United Nations General Assembly high-level debate dedicated to environmental crimes,…
