Tinubu Emphasizes the Importance of Security in Nigeria for Regional Stability
President Bola Tinubu, in a recent address, emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to tackling security challenges, noting that a secure Nigeria strengthens the stability of the Sahel region and supports neighboring nations, with former leaders and military officials also highlighting the complex regional factors contributing to insecurity.
Nigeria Supports UN Security Council Seat Reform After Deploying Troops to Gambia and Other Countries
Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru, highlighted the country’s longstanding contributions to global peacekeeping, advocating for Africa’s permanent representation on the UN Security Council during his address at the 79th United Nations General Assembly, while reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to international security and anti-terrorism efforts.
Dozens Perish in Senegal Boatwreck
On September 10th, a boat carrying over 100 migrants capsized off Senegal’s coast, tragically claiming at least 26 lives, highlighting the ongoing perilous Atlantic crossings as many West Africans attempt to escape conflict, poverty, and unemployment in search of better opportunities in Europe.
