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Tinubu Backs SDG Goals at G20 And Supports Global Hunger Fight and UN Reform
President Bola Tinubu has applauded the launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, an initiative led by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Speaking at the 19th G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Tinubu hailed the Alliance as a significant milestone in tackling global hunger and poverty.
Describing the initiative as bold and visionary, Tinubu emphasized that it demonstrates Brazil’s leadership in addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
He stated that the Alliance provides a comprehensive approach, bringing governments, international organizations, and civil society together to tackle both the immediate and structural causes of hunger and poverty.
Tinubu noted Nigeria’s readiness to adopt international best practices through its endorsement of the Alliance.
He linked this commitment to the country’s broader development agenda, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 1 and 2, which focus on eradicating poverty and achieving zero hunger.
He noted that Nigeria is leveraging global collaboration to enhance domestic strategies while strengthening its role as a key player in sustainable development.
President Tinubu also called for urgent reforms to the United Nations Security Council to reflect global diversity. He advocated for Africa to have two permanent seats with equal rights and responsibilities, reiterating Nigeria’s readiness to serve as a representative of the continent.
This push aligns with the recent inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the G20, a move Tinubu commended as a step toward inclusive global governance.
In his statement, read by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, Tinubu addressed other global challenges such as inequality, climate change, and economic imbalances.
He criticized the current global tax system, which he said disproportionately favours developed nations and undermines the economic self-reliance of developing countries.
Tinubu made known Nigeria’s role in advocating for a framework Convention on Tax at the United Nations to establish a more equitable and inclusive tax system.
He urged the G20 to champion reforms in international financial systems, bridging the gap between the Global North and South.
Tinubu reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to active participation in the G20, aligning its efforts with the SDG 2030 agenda.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed strong confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s chances of dominating the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at a grand reception in Uyo to welcome Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno into the All Progressives Congress (APC), Akpabio said he believed Tinubu would secure 99.9% of the votes in the upcoming election.
Governor Eno recently left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the APC, blaming unresolved leadership issues within his former party for the switch. Akpabio, addressing the crowd, praised Eno’s political journey, noting how difficult it was for him to become governor. But he assured him that with his new political alignment, things would take a different turn.
He boldly predicted that Eno would become the first governor in the state’s history to be re-elected in 2027, adding that both the governor and President Tinubu were in for a smooth political ride moving forward.
Catholics across Benue State came together on Thursday in a heartfelt prayer walk, seeking God’s help for peace to return to the troubled region. The walk, which drew large crowds from different parishes, was marked by hymns, placards, and quiet reflection. Priests, religious groups, and lay faithful joined in solidarity as they moved through the streets.
They also prayed for the victims of the recent violence, including those killed in the attack on Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area, where many lives were lost. Those who took part in the procession spoke out about the rising insecurity and called for healing, unity, and a renewed sense of justice in the state.
The recent surprise visit to Benue State by President Bola Tinubu has stirred many reactions from the public.
It was reported that some school children who were outside were urged to welcome the president under the rain.
It was also noted that what started as a simple welcome turned into a political rally for the President and the Governor of the state.
This gained many criticisms from the public, especially online, as they shared their thoughts on the visit and the welcome. Many highlighted the fact that it was meant to be a condolence visit and not a celebratory event.
