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Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, has issued a compelling call to the international community, urging collaboration to combat hatred as a crucial step towards eradicating the scourge of terrorism and its catastrophic aftermath.
Senator Oluremi, who conducted a wreath-laying ceremony in honor of the victims of the 2011 bombing of the United Nations Building in Abuja, emphasized the need for a world where terrorism is effectively thwarted.
Her impassioned plea stressed the imperative of directing greater efforts towards nurturing peace, facilitating dialogues, and confronting the divisive and hateful forces that fuel terrorism….CONTINUE READING
Asserting the significance of this cause, the First Lady underscored that the world should not merely draw inspiration from the sacrifices of those devoted to promoting peace, but must also recommit to the principles of unity, comprehension, and cooperation epitomized by the United Nations.
“On this solemn occasion, we pay tribute to the lives lost. I honor the dedicated individuals who were working towards peace and development within the walls of the UN building,” she stated.
“We stand united today, resolved to establish a world where the ideals of peace, justice, and cooperation, embodied by the United Nations, become a tangible reality for all.”
The poignant ceremony also featured the participation of Undersecretary General of the UN’s Office of Counterterrorism, Valdimir Voronkov, who echoed the importance of uniting in solidarity and providing support to victims of terrorism worldwide.
The continuous threat of terrorism, he lamented, undermines global peace and security, leaving in its wake a trail of countless victims and survivors.
“The Federal Republic of Nigeria is acutely aware of the consequences of terrorism within and beyond its borders. Africa, in particular, has borne the brunt of terrorism’s impact for many years,” Voronkov observed.
He further reminded of the United Nations’ own vulnerability to terrorism, recalling the 20th anniversary of the tragic attack on the Canal Hotel in Baghdad, Iraq, on August 19, 2003.
This poignant yet concise ceremony saw the attendance of heads from various United Nations Agencies in Nigeria.
