The Honourable Minister of Defence H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON, mni, reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to the United Nations (UN) and the global community in promoting peace and security during the second day of the Plenary High-Level Pledging Session of the United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial 2025.
The Minister highlighted Nigeria’s active participation in international peacekeeping efforts, noting the country’s rotation of the Base Protection Force deployed with the United Nations Interim Security Force in Abyei, as well as the Formed Police Unit at the United Nations Transition Mission in Somalia.
In his address, Badaru emphasized Nigeria’s leadership role in sub-regional peace initiatives under the auspices of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union (AU). He cited Nigeria’s significant contributions to peacekeeping missions in Sierra Leone and Liberia, and more recently engagements in The Gambia and Guinea Bissau.
Furthermore, Minister Badaru announced Nigeria’s renewed pledges to the Peacekeeping Capability Readiness System, adding five additional commitments aimed at enhancing Nigeria’s readiness to support global peacekeeping efforts.
The Minister concluded his address by reiterating Nigeria’s dedication to fostering stability and security, both regionally and globally.
Signed
PATIENCE ITUKE
For: Director Information and Public Relations
Ministry of Defence
