Tag: UN Secretary-General António Guterres
UN raises alarm over xenophobic violence in South Africa
The UN said it was troubled by accounts of harassment, intimidation and violence in parts of the country, urging authorities…
UN raises alarm over surge in Islamophobia
“Let us recommit to equality, human rights and dignity of every person, everywhere,” he said.
Terrorism in Africa, a ‘growing global threat’ – UN chief
The vast Sahel region which stretches almost coast to coast across Africa, accounts for 19 per cent of terrorist attacks…
UN chief raises alarm over post-election violence in Tanzania
According to the UN human rights office (OCHCR), credible reports indicate at least ten demonstrators were killed. This resulted from…
What UN chief Guterres said in tribute to Buhari
Speaking about Buhari’s contributions to West Africa’s peace and security, Guterres described the late Nigerian leader as a crucial stabilising…
‘World failing to protect civilians from mass atrocity crimes’ – UN chief
The UN chief told Member States that the world was witnessing more armed conflicts than at any time since the…
Iran-Israel war could ignite a fire no one can control – UN warns
Guterres warned that the world stood on the edge of catastrophe as Israel’s military campaign inside Iran intensified and strikes…
UN Secretary-General Guterres condemns Benue attacks, demands justice
“The Secretary-General condemns the killing of innocent civilians, including in Nigeria and we hope that those responsible for this violence…
UN chief calls for full Gaza ceasefire
The UN chief spoke in the wake of comments made by United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday night in…
UN chief condemns ‘escalation after escalation’ in the Middle East
Iran fired waves of ballistic missiles at Israel on Wednesday, just hours after Israel launched what it called a “limited”…
UN condemns Burkina Faso terror attack as 200 killed Attack
According to news reports, it was the latest terror attack by the Al Qaeda-linked militant group known as Jama’at Nusrat…
Guterres, others seek end to discrimination against people of African descent
Guterres made the call while celebrating the achievements and contributions of people of African descent from across the world. The…
UN chief condemns attack on peacekeepers in DR Congo
The Secretary-General and his Special Representative reaffirmed MONUSCO’s resolve to further implement its protection of civilians mandate from the security…
UN appoints Mohammed Fall Resident Coordinator in Nigeria
Fall was involved in the formulation and implementation of the Country Programme Documents, the UN Reform process, and engagement with…
Nigeria at COP28: Separating the facts from fiction
President Tinubu and other officials on the Federal government delegation are in Dubai for serious business not jamboree. Our President…