It was all praises for President Muhammadu Buhari this past week, from U.S. President Obama Obama to United Nation Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon. However, Lai Mohammed reminds Nigerians that the government isnt asleep to its problems that Kemi Adeosun seem to have solutions for. Here are the top 10 notable quotes. “UAE does not even allow... Read More

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September 22, 2016

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World leaders respect you, Ban Ki-Moon tells Buhari

The Secretary General of the United Nations Ban Ki-Moon on Thursday said world leaders had a huge respect for President Muhammadu Buhari. Mr Moon said this during a meeting with Buhari on the sidelines of the 71st General Assembly of the United Nations. He applauded Buhari for giving Nigeria a positive image and for his... Read More

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September 22, 2016

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Buhari invites UN as negotiators for Chibok girls release

President Muhammadu Buhari has invited the United Nations to serve as intermediary during the negotiations for the release of the abducted Chibok girls. Buhari said this while speaking with the United Nations Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon at the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. “The challenge is in getting credible and bona fide leadership of... Read More

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February 21, 2015

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Nigeria’s election must not be postponed again – UN insists

by Damilola Jagun The Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), Ban Ki-moon has enjoined the federal government and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to make certain that elections hold on the rescheduled dates of March 28 and April 11. Speaking through his spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, the Secretary General, welcomed commitments made by the presidential candidates, in regards to... Read More

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September 25, 2014

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“2015 elections will be open and transparent” – GEJ tells the world at UN General Assembly

by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has reiterated his determination to ensure that 2015 general elections will be conducted in accordance with global best practices, in order to further strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions. Jonathan met with the United Nations Secretary-General, Mr. Ban Ki Moon and the British Prime Minister, Mr. David Cameron before leaving New... Read More

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September 25, 2014

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Ebola gets a special envoy: United Nations’ boss appoints David Nabarro

by Kolapo Olapoju Ban Ki-Moon, the United Nation’s Secretary General has appointed David Nabarro as the Special Envoy for Ebola, and Anthony Banbury as the Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Missions for Ebola response (UNMEER). The double appointment comes on the heels of the unanimous adoption of Security Council resolution 2177 (2014)... Read More

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September 21, 2014

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GEJ heads to NYC for #UNGA

by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has departed Abuja en route to New York for the 69th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. According to a statement by the Presidential Spokesman, Rueben Abati, President Jonathan, while in New York will attend receptions hosted by President Barack Obama of the United States and the Secretary-General... Read More

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December 10, 2013

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Why Pres. Jacob Zuma was booed at Mandela’s memorial service

by Oke Efagene South African President, Jacob Zuma faced a major public humiliation earlier today, during the memorial service of the late anti-apartheid legend, Nelson Mandela, as the crowd booed and jeered at him. The embarrassing outburst comes barely 6 months before the next national elections, and in the presence of leaders and VIP guests... Read More

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May 27, 2013

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Terrorism: We will stop Boko Haram at all costs – Jonathan talks tough

by Rachel Ogbu President Goodluck Jonathan has said no matter what it costs the government, the excesses of the violent Islamic sect, Boko Haram, must be curbed. On Sunday speaking in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in an interview with journalists on the sideline of the 21st ordinary session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of... Read More

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November 19, 2012

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TICKER: Road accidents claim 1.2m lives worldwide – UN

No fewer than 1.2 million people have died around the world since the beginning of the year in road accidents, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said on Sunday. “This year, the world’s roads have claimed some 1.2 million lives,” Ban said in his message to mark World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. He said... Read More

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August 2, 2012

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Syria Crisis: Kofi Annan resigns as international mediator

by Adeniyi Abdul Former United Nations secretary-general Kofi Annan has decided to step down as the U.N.-Arab League mediator in the 17-month-old Syria conflict at the end of the month. He announced this in a press conference in Geneva where he blamed the increasing militarisation going on in Syria and the “clear lack of unity”... Read More

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“You’re highly respected by world leaders, including myself” | See the top 10 quotes from last week

World leaders respect you, Ban Ki-Moon tells Buhari

Buhari invites UN as negotiators for Chibok girls release

Nigeria’s election must not be postponed again – UN insists

“2015 elections will be open and transparent” – GEJ tells the world at UN General Assembly

Ebola gets a special envoy: United Nations’ boss appoints David Nabarro

GEJ heads to NYC for #UNGA

Why Pres. Jacob Zuma was booed at Mandela’s memorial service

Terrorism: We will stop Boko Haram at all costs – Jonathan talks tough

TICKER: Road accidents claim 1.2m lives worldwide – UN

Syria Crisis: Kofi Annan resigns as international mediator

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