The Nigerian Government and UN paid tribute to peacekeepers who died in service
The Nigerian Government and the United Nations jointly honored peacekeepers who lost their lives in service, with ceremonies held in Abuja. Nearly 4,500 peacekeepers have died globally, including 59 in 2025. UN Resident Coordinator Mohamed Fall emphasized that their sacrifice is part of the history of peace and that peace is built in classrooms, places of worship, and courts of justice. A separate
The Nigerian Government and the United Nations paid tribute to peacekeepers who lost their lives in service. Nearly 4,500 peacekeepers have died globally in the cause of peace, including 59 in 2025 alone. UN Resident Coordinator Mohamed Fall said the occasion offered a unique opportunity to honor the unwavering service of peacekeepers, noting that their sacrifice is written in the history of peace and their legacy will continue forever. He added that peace is built in the classrooms of the community, in places of worship, and in the courts of justice, and that peace also offers opportunities for young people to...
The 2026 International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers was commemorated in Abuja on Wednesday, according to arise.tv. UN Resident Coordinator Mohamed Fall and Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu paid tribute to peacekeepers who served and died in missions worldwide, as reported by arise.tv.
On the same day, prominent Nigerian leaders and military chiefs gathered at the National Arcade in Abuja on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, to honor the nation’s fallen heroes during the annual Armed Forces Remembrance Day, according to nigeriancurrent.com. President Bola Tinubu was represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who served as the special guest of honor and laid wreaths at the cenotaph alongside other senior government officials. Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa, service chiefs, Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas (represented by his deputy Benjamin Kalu), and Chief of Staff to the President Hon. Femi Gbajab attended the ceremony. A ceremonial release of white pigeons took place as a symbol of peace and remembrance.
According to arise.tv, Nigeria has renewed its commitment to global peacekeeping and multilateral cooperation, and a call was made for greater investment in peacebuilding. The United Nations described peacekeeping as one of the most enduring symbols of international solidarity, stressing that peace remains the foundation of sustainable development and human progress, as reported by arise.tv.
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