President Bola Tinubu addressing the TICAD9 Summit in Japan, advocating for Africa’s inclusion as a permanent member of the UN Security Council.
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated Africa’s demand for permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council, insisting that the continent deserves equal voice in shaping global peace and security.
Speaking on Wednesday at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan, the Nigerian leader called for two permanent seats with full privileges and additional non-permanent seats for Africa.
“The absence of Africa from permanent membership on the UN Security Council undermines global efforts to build a fairer and more inclusive international order,” Tinubu said.
He stressed that the demand aligns with the Ezulwini Consensus and Sirte Declaration, long-standing African Union positions on UN reform.
The President also praised the Nigerian armed forces for their renewed momentum in tackling insurgency and criminality, noting that their progress provides a foundation for peace and development.
“The progress of our armed forces is not just about defeating insurgents, it is a springboard for national development and stability,” Tinubu declared.
Highlighting the broader security challenges facing Africa, the President urged new approaches to conflict resolution that go beyond military responses.
“To consolidate peace across the continent, we must combine security interventions with economic and social reforms. Only then can we deliver lasting stability for our people,” he added.
Tinubu’s renewed push comes as Africa continues to press for greater representation in global governance structures, with reform of the UN Security Council remaining a central demand at international forums.
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