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1. “We urge the Council to continue to work with us to find more structural solutions, with national ownership spearheading the drive for urgent lifesaving and protecion measures. In conclusion, we wish to reiterate that the future of the people of the Lake Chad basin region rests on durable security and sustainability of the resources around the lake. We are confident that building genuine collaboration and forging strong partnerships with the Lake Chad Basin Commission and the African Union will enable us to swiftly tackle that challenge.”

   2017-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7911 (2017) · source

2. “Nigeria reiterates its call for strong international action in support of the implementation of the the Lake Chad development and climate resilience action plan. It is apparent that we neither lack ideas nor initiative, but resources - owing to competing demands from all development sectors. We therefore reiterate the urgent imperative for increased global action and active engagement with countries of the Lake Chad basin in order to accelerate recovery efforts. Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to working with the Council and with the international community as a whole. We deeply appreciate the critical assistance of the United Nations system and partners that support us in the north-east intervention and the Lake Chad basin.”

   2017-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7911 (2017) · source

3. “It is also time for the Council to focus, once again, on the imperative of providing those countries with comprehensive assistance programmes in a variety of areas related to peacebuilding, including ensuring security, building capacity and generating socioeconomic development. The shrinking of Lake Chad has adversely affected the communities around the basin, thereby exacerbating their hardship. With the scale of the knock-on cross-border effects of the humanitarian crisis, it is increasingly difficult for any single State in the Lake Chad region to independently meet the needs of the vicitims. In spite of our national capacities, we are stretched, especially with the duelling financial resources. All Lake Chad basin countries are making spirited efforts to alleviate human suffering.”

   2017-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7911 (2017) · source

4. “In effect, Nigeria is providing food, support, integrated heath care, shelter, psychosocial support and access to water and sanitation amenities for those in need. We are also engaging highly respected community and religious leaders to discourage vulnerable youths from being radicalized. We will continue to accord the highest priority to bolstering the resilience of internally displaced persons and to increasing their participation in vocational training and skill-acquisition programmes. The countries of the Lake Chad basin region now desperately need the support of the United Nations and the international community, if it is to achieve credible implementation of resolution 2349 (2017).”

   2017-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7911 (2017) · source

5. “We have put in place a robust people-driven counter-terrorism strategy, built on the combination of revamped security operations and a human rights approach, to help lead to rehabilitation, reintegration and reconstruction. In order to achieve that strategic objective, the presidential committee on the north-east intervention has been empowered with a mandate to provide and coordinate synergy, leadership and direction to the various initiatives in the zone. It encompasses Government development partners, private foundations and civil society. We are also accelerating the implementation of existing legal and institutional frameworks to alleviate the suffering of our people and to provide effective humanitarian aid, in the spirit of the May 2016 World Humanitarian Summit, held in Istanbul.”

   2017-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7911 (2017) · source

6. “At this critical juncture, after an improvement in the security situation due to recent military gains, it was our expectatio that the Security Council and the international community would continue to engage the Governments in the region in the search for lasting peace, security, protection of civilians and the resolution of the humanitarian crisis that arises from Boko Haram activities. We look to the Security Council to continue to approach the situation constructively, as it has done since the emergence of Boko Haram in the regional crisis. Despite the enormous challenges resulting from the terrorist activities of Boko Haram, the Government of Nigeria remains resolutely committed to combating terrorism and all ofits ramifications.”

   2017-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7911 (2017) · source

7. “We welcome today's unanymous adoption of resolution 2349 (2017), which not only recognizes the complex challenges faced by the region but also encourages regional Governments to sustain their momentum in the fight against Boko Haram and to further enhance regional military cooperation and coordination - a welcome development. Nigeria's consistent support for the work of the Security Council is an indication of our appreciation of this foremost United Nations organ, which has the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security. The robust discussions that members of the Council held with senior officials of the Nigerian Government during their recent visit bears testimony to that assertion.”

   2017-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7911 (2017) · source

8. “I thank you, Mr. President, for your efficient leadership of the Security Council during this month. I also take this opportunity to thank members of the Security Council for their visit to the Lake Chad basin region, which allowed them to assess the security and humanitarian challenges faced by the Governments in the region. Nigeria fully aligns itself with the statement made by the representative of Cameroon on behalf of countries of the region, and appreciates this opportunity to share one or two remarks as a country at the centre of this insurgency.”

   2017-03-31 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7911 (2017) · source

9. “Considering the multidimensional nature of these phenomena, we believe that these crimes must be addressed both collectively and comprehensively, including by taking a close look at their root causes and drivers. We must also adopt a coherent, comprehensive and coordinated approach, while recognizing the role and responsibilities of countries of origin, transit and destination in promoting and effectively protecting the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all individuals subjected to these crimes. We must aim to enhance coherence and build alliances to confront these issues head-on. Equally critical is the need for greater responsibility sharing to provide protection to those in need. To achieve this objective, we must implement the strategy laid out in the Global Plan of Action to Combat Human Trafficking.”

   2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source

10. “The Palermo Protocol specifically requires States to protect the human rights of victims and to provide measures for the physical, psychological and social recovery of victims of trafficking. Nigeria recognizes the various efforts made at the international level to combat human trafficking. The unanimous adoption of resolution 2331 (2016) condemned the sale of, or trade in, persons seized by terrorist organizations and other groups for purposes of sexual slavery and exploitation and forced labour. As encapsulated in the concept note, human trafficking and modern slavery are global crimes, with a large number of displaced persons as victims.”

    2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source

11. “The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, which is the principal institution charged with the responsibility of leading this fight, has provided an effective and comprehensive legal and institutional framework for the prohibition, prevention, detection, persecution and punishment of crimes of human trafficking. The Agency, with the active collaboration of international partners, has made very significant contributions to the fight against trafficking in persons. We appreciate the efforts of humanitarian actors that are undertaking advocacy campaigns to publicize the risks of trafficking and the tactics employed to coerce and traffic victims and what such victims could do to protect themselves. In addition to taking preventive measures, States must engage in the protection of victims.”

    2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source

12. “Nigeria considers it imperative that all perpetrators should be brought to justice through concerted international response necessary for resolving the challenge of human trafficking. Having established that most victims of trafficking are women and girls, it is only appropriate for our responses to include special attention to their rights. Furthermore, Member States must also adopt gender-sensitive and rights-based migration policies in this regard. The fight against human trafficking has remained an issue of national priority for the Government of Nigeria.”

    2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source

13. “Yet, as they make their journey, many are caught in the web of human trafficking and being coerced into slavery and other forms of exploitation. Having realized the deleterious effects of this phenomenon, it is gratifying to note that we are all united in our conviction to overcome the evil of trafficking in persons, through effective international cooperation. Nigeria recognizes the urgent need for the international community to fight trafficking and to take the necessary steps to block financial flows between and among terrorist organizations. It is pertinent that Member States of the United Nations undertake investigations and prosecute cases of human trafficking perpetuated by their nationals.”

    2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source

14. “Terrorist groups, such as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, Boko Haram, Al-Shabaab and others, have used human trafficking, forced labour and other similar practices as weapons of terror and important sources of revenue. The sexual exploitation of women and girls, including sexual enslavement, forced marriage and forced prostitution are among the grave factors underpinning human trafficking during and in the wake of conflicts. Such exploitation is used by extremist groups, such as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham (ISIS), Boko Haram and their affiliates to generate revenue, as well as reward and retain terrorist fighters. Today, it is estimated that more than 60 million women, children and men are fleeing conflicts, escaping wars or seeking a better life.”

    2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source

15. “The Nigerian delegation thanks the delegation of the United Kingdom for organizing this open debate on "Trafficking in persons in conflict situations: forced labour, slavery and other similar practices". We commend you, Mr. President, for the comprehensive concept note (S/2017/ 198, annex) provided to guide our discussions. My delegation also thanks the Secretary-General and other briefers for sharing their perspectives on this important subject. Nigeria also associates itself with the statement made by the representative of Venezuela on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement. Trafficking in persons has remained a global phenomenon affecting the most vulnerable people caught in the web of conflicts, including internally displaced persons and refugees.”

    2017-03-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7898 (2017) · source

16. “Overall, we are focusing our efforts on ensuring that all victims can regain their personal dignity and resume the enjoyment of their God-given fundamental rights and freedoms as soon as possible in Nigeria's democratic setting. I would like to emphasize that our holistic approach in that endeavour is based on the promotion of good governance, transparency and accountability. We renew our call for determined international action to help us meet the victims' humanitarian needs and address the root causes of terrorism itself. Genuine humanitarian intervention by the international community must no longer be delayed or downplayed. It is time for collective global action aimed at investing in the people of Nigeria's north-east and the Lake Chad basin region.”

    2017-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7861 (2017) · source

17. “That conviction underlines our Government's resolve to take all the measures necessary to protect civilians in the battle against Boko Haram and similar terrorist groups. Indeed, no priority is higher for the Government than to rescue all those whom the group is holding hostage. We should stress that the kidnapped Chibok schoolgirls remain in Nigeria's national consciousness, and that the Government is working hard to ensure the release of all Nigerians held captive by Boko Haram, including the Chibok girls. Once they are freed, we are ready to ensure their swift rehabilitation and reintegration and the continuation of their studies.”

    2017-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7861 (2017) · source

18. “In order to achieve that, we have empowered the Presidential Committee on North-East Intervention with a mandate to coordinate and provide synergy, leadership and direction for the various initiatives in the area, encompassing the Government, development partners, private foundations and civil society. We are also accelerating the implementation of existing legal and institutional frameworks for alleviating our people's suffering in the region in order to improve the effectiveness of our humanitarian efforts, in the spirit of the Istanbul World Humanitarian Summit of May 2016. Nigeria is firmly committed to the protection of civilians in armed conflict and recognizes that it is the primary responsibility of States to protect civilians within their national jurisdiction.”

    2017-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7861 (2017) · source

19. “As we celebrate our gains in the war against Boko Haram, we are not oblivious to the humanitarian challenges that the crisis has created through the massive displacement of persons, the abandonment of farmlands and the disruption of the educational system. In that regard, the Government of Nigeria is embarking on programmes aimed at restoring the livelihoods of the communities in those areas. We have put in place a robust, people-driven counter-terrorism strategy based on a combination of revamped security operations and a human rights-based approach, which will help to implement rehabilitation, reintegration and reconstruction.”

    2017-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7861 (2017) · source

20. “We have continued to witness the emergence of survivors and victims who have been rescued from Boko Haram's brutal oppression in the north-east. For its part, the Nigerian Government has made significant progress in the fight against Boko Haram. Just before Christmas, our military successfully took over the Sambisa forest, formerly a hideout of the Boko Haram militants. That progress notwithstanding, the Government is aware of the other challenges impacting development in the region, including the shrinking of Lake Chad, a situation that continues to serve as a tinderbox for violence and attendant humanitarian crises. Tackling that problem successfully by recharging the lake will require major international intervention.”

    2017-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7861 (2017) · source

21. “When Boko Haram reared its ugly head in Nigeria a couple of years ago, it heavily impacted virtually every facet of human endeavour in the north-eastern part of Nigeria, including the economy, policy and people's livelihoods. That impact also had unsavoury reverberations across the country. The insurgency and its attendant consequences may have tested our will, but they have not broken the resolve and the resilience of the Nigerian people. It has been a difficult time that has fuelled additional waves of terrorism and violent extremism in other parts ofthe world. In spite ofthe devastation in the Lake Chad basin region occasioned by the Boko Haram insurgency, we are happy to report that the Multilateral Joint Task Force has recorded great success in degrading Boko Haram.”

    2017-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7861 (2017) · source

22. “First and foremost, I would like to thank the Swedish presidency and the entire membership of the Security Council for organizing today's briefing. It is indeed emblematic of the interest of the United Nations in the security situation in the Lake Chad basin region. We are particularly and deeply appreciative of the work by the Council and its positive attitude in seeking to resolve the security and humanitarian situation and the crisis in the Lake Chad basin region. Our special appreciation goes to Under-Secretary-General O'Brien for his insights into the situation in the region, and to Ms. Fatima Yerima Askira for sharing her perspective on the matter being discussed.”

    2017-01-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7861 (2017) · source

23. “If we are able to assist nations and communities in restoring their social and institutional fabric, and if we can also apply ourselves to the ongoing task of providing opportunities for people and their livelihoods, we can go a long way in reducing opportunities for conflict. We can directly and indirectly prevent conflicts.”

    2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source

24. “We cormnend the establishment of a steering committee to consider measures for enhancing cooperation across the network of preventive diplomacy actors. In real terms, preventive diplomacy is often most effective when conducted behind the scenes, certainly well before tensions rise to boiling point level. We believe we can foster the growth of conflict prevention at both normative and practical levels. We can standardize our approach to political and peacekeeping missions to reflect the strategic importance of preventive diplomacy. If indeed our primary responsibility in the Security Council is to maintain international peace and security, the work of the Council in managing international peace and security should be viewed through the lens of preventive diplomacy.”

    2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source

25. “Today a number of effective contact points have been developed within the United Nations system for these collaborative arrangements, especially through the Special Envoys of the Secretary-General, the Department of Political Affairs, the United Nations regional offices and the Peacebuilding Commission. It is imperative for the United Nations to continue to work with relevant partners in creating enabling environments to ease tensions, build capacities for skilled interventions and foster dialogue. Nigeria has invested resources to support the campaign for preventing conflicts, especially within our subregion. We have adopted the use of preventive diplomacy in addressing complex questions arising from armed conflicts.”

    2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source

26. “The African Union took bold steps to develop a framework for preventive diplomacy through the efforts of the African Union Peace and Security Council. At the subregional level, the Economic Community of West African States has also made great strides in this area, primarily through the steady implementation of its conflict prevention framework, which encompasses diplomacy, fact-finding and early-warning systems. It is imperative, therefore, that those efforts at the regional and subregional levels be supported both financially and technically by the international community and the United Nations system.”

    2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source

27. “Fragile constitutional frameworks, limited natural resources and economic disparities can together render a State vulnerable to conflict. The costs of such an outcome are high in terms of both human suffering and economic loss. Moreover, the socioeconomic advances achieved through development efforts are also often lost. Add to that the price of warfare and peacekeeping operations, and the resulting figures are staggering. It is against that backdrop that we must centre our discussion today. The immediate challenge before us must be how to address those key questions. Africa has, over the years, placed a great deal of political weight on the application of preventive diplomacy strategies by putting in place early-warning and mediation mechanisms.”

    2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source

28. “In July 2010, when Nigeria convened an open debate (see S/PV.6360) of the Council on preventive diplomacy, we were motivated by a profound concern that the nature of conflict was outpacing our collective ability to respond effectively to it. We noted that, for too long, the international community had accorded little attention to mediation and the prevention of conflicts. We have placed far too much emphasis on, and devoted enormous resources to, the military dimensions of peace and security, without addressing the root causes of conflicts. Although the United Nations works to maintain international peace and security, contemporary world security threats have become more complex. We live in a world in which violent conflict is all too common a feature of the daily lives of many across the globe.”

    2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source

29. “I wish to express my appreciation to the delegation of Sweden for convening this open debate on conflict prevention and sustaining peace as a centrepiece of the United Nations. Nigeria considers it a subject of critical importance to all humankind. Our appreciation goes to the Secretary- General, Mr. Antonio Guterres, for his remarks and for outlining his vision to prioritize prevention in collaboration with the Security Council. At the outset, we wish to congratulate the delegations of Bolivia, Ethiopia, Italy, Kazakhstan and Sweden on assuming membership of the Security Council for the period 2017-2018.”

    2017-01-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7857 (2017) · source

30. “Consistent with the foregoing, and in accordance with the Geneva Conventions, all objects indispensable to the survival of the civilian population, including water installations, must enjoy special protection. We therefore call on all concerned to respect these principles at all times and in all circumstances. In closing, we are convinced that to avoid water- related conflicts, there is a need for the strengthening of cooperation between the United Nations and Member States as well as regional organizations dealing with water issues, particularly in the area of capacity- building. Member States must all also deeply reflect on how best to protect water resources during armed conflict by reaffirming the need to respect international humanitarian law.”

    2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source

31. “The mandate of the Commission is to sustainably and equitably manage Lake Chad and other shared water resources of the Lake Chad Basin Commission so as to preserve the ecosystems of the Lake Chad environmental basin, and to promote regional integration and peace and security across the basin. Efforts are currently being made to regenerate the lake to sustain the inhabitants of the Lake Chad basin and for the entrenchment of peace and security. While encouraging States to enter into cooperation agreements to share common water resources as appropriate, I wish to underscore that according to applicable human rights law, water is a component of the right to an adequate standard of living. Therefore there is a need for States to guarantee the provision of this resource in all circumstances.”

    2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source

32. “The Authority is one of the oldest African intergovernmental organizations, created to promote cooperation among member countries and especially to foster the integrated development of resources in the Niger River basin. The Authority has worked to create an integrated development plan for the basin, especially focusing on cross-boundary projects. Drawing on water and hydroelectric resources, the Authority has harmonized the development of the energy, agriculture, forestry, transport, communications and industrial resources of member nations. Nigeria has also, in conjunction with Cameroon, Chad and the Niger, established the Lake Chad Basin Commission.”

    2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source

33. “Averting potential conflicts stemming from water insecurity should be the thrust of our collaborative efforts in this regard. We must recognize the imperative to sustain cooperation among nations on water security even in situations of political tension. Nigeria seizes the opportunity of this debate to commend the efforts made over the years to promote the peaceful resolution of water-related crises, including the more than 200 bilateral treaties concluded in this regard. We underscore the need for more efforts to bring about many more cooperation frameworks in managing water-sharing and access to water. In the spirit of these efforts, Nigeria joined other West African nations in establishing the Niger Basin Authority.”

    2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source

34. “Competition between water users and nations demanding water resources is also predicted to escalate drastically. Studies have shown that 60 per cent of the world's water reserves are domiciled in nine countries. The Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations has indicated that 33 countries across the world depend on other countries for over 50 per cent of their renewable water resources. Added to the scarcity of that vital resource are the challenges of population explosion, urbanization and climate change. The growing scarcity of water is a potential source of conflict not only within countries but across international boundaries. This compels the exploration of the best way to share this valuable commodity, which should constitute a fundamental feature of the global policy agenda.”

    2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source

35. “Nigeria welcomes this opportunity to participate in today's open debate on water, peace and security. We commend the delegation of Senegal for its initiative in convening this debate and for the well-articulated concept note (S/2016/969, annex) to guide our discussion. Our appreciation also goes to the briefers for their useful insights. As we hold today's debate, there is a palpable fear of the possibility of a global water crisis. The reason for that is not far-fetched. As populations grow and countries and societies modernize, the demand for water needed to produce food, energy and goods increases. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development estimates that by 2050 the world's demand for water will increase by 55 per cent.”

    2016-11-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7818 (2016) · source

36. “We offer our deepest condolences to their families, friends and Governments. We salute the courage of peacekeepers, who sometimes find themselves serving in hostile environments and in extremely difficult conditions.”

    2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source

37. “Missions should be able to adequately monitor occurrences in the environment, by deploying intelligence capacities and ensuring that they are well integrated in the mission. In spite of the daunting challenges, United Nations peace operations have proved to serve as a flexible and adaptable tool that has evolved over time to respond to evolving challenges. In that vein, contemporary United Nations field operations need to continually adapt to sometimes rapidly changing circumstances on the ground. As peacekeepers find themselves in environments where they face increased challenges, each situation will require its own specialized mix of skills and experience. We would like to conclude by paying tribute to the peacekeepers who lost their lives in the line of duty, including the civilians in the recent attack in Mali.”

    2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source

38. “Given the complexity of the challenges posed by transnational terrorist threats, we deem it necessary for the Secretary-General and the Security Council to prioritize actions that will have an immediate and lasting impact. Preventive action should mark the trail of essential measures taken to inhibit transnational terrorist networks from destabilizing vulnerable States, including strengthening of political mechanisms to address grievances, population security and the re-establishment of State authority. We also underline the need for an improved understanding of the context in predeployment mission planning, including through liaison and cooperation with regional organizations.”

    2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source

39. “In addition, their links with transnational organized crime and their use of asymmetrical tactics have a substantial operational impact upon United Nations field missions. //The United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali raised concerns about the need to address the challenges of implementing complex mandates in operational theaters where transnational terrorist networks are active. In the coming years, there is a strong likelihood that the United Nations will be asked to deploy field missions and increase its presence in environments characterized as a seat of transnational terrorist networks.”

    2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source

40. “It is incumbent upon all concerned to ensure that peace operations remain relevant now and in the future. This requires the collective efforts of United Nations States Member to surmount the existing and emerging challenges, including the increasing asymmetrical attacks, which have grown in both complexity and severity. Nigeria therefore welcomes this important debate focused on seeking ways to strengthen the capacity of United Nations peacekeeping operations to curb the increase in asymmetrical threats, particularly in the context of implementing civilian-protection mandates. Although the United Nations has faced terrorist attacks over the years, transnational terrorist networks pose a fundamentally different threat than other non-State armed groups that United Nations peacekeepers typically face.”

    2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source

41. “I thank the delegation of Senegal for convening this open debate and for the excellent concept note (S/2016/927, annex) provided to guide our discussion. We commend the Deputy Secretary-General for sharing with us his perspectives on this subject. Our appreciation also goes to the Secretary-General of the International Organization of La Francophonie, the Executive Director of the Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate, as well as all the other briefers. Please convey, Mr. President, to His Excellency Mr. Mankeur Ndiaye the best wishes of my Foreign Minister, Mr. Geoffrey Onyeama, who regrets not being able to attend this meeting. Since their inception, United Nations peace operations have been a vital part of the global security architecture. They serve as an inspiration and source of hope for victims of conflicts.”

    2016-11-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7802 (2016) · source

42. “We shall continue to advocate for multilateralism as the core platform for negotiations in the area of disarmament and non-proliferation.”

    2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source

43. “We continue to believe that the establishment of effective precautionary measures and systems to address potential nuclear, chemical or biological proliferation is a collective responsibility incumbent upon all Member States. We must all take the lead. We recognize the relevance of the Secretariat in facilitating, coordinating and supporting cooperation between and among the various United Nations entities in preventing the proliferation of WMDs to non-State actors. Indeed, the Security Council, consistent with its primary responsibility under the Charter of the United Nations, must continue to play a vital role in that regard. In conclusion, I wish to restate Nigeria's conviction of the validity of multilateral diplomacy in the field of disarmament and non-proliferation.”

    2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source

44. “We appreciate the role of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540 (2004) in assisting States and international institutions in the implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions, especially by considering requests from States regarding the provision of technical assistance in the energy and extractive industries. That allows States and institutions to implement the relevant Council resolutions. Nigeria reaffirms its view that resolution 1540 (2004) and its effective implementation remain a key component of the global architecture for countering the danger posed by the threat of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.”

    2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source

45. “As no country is immune to the dangers posed by nuclear weapons to our common security, it is essential that we all remain committed to the globally agreed ideals set out in the NPT and other relevant instruments. We recognize the right of any party to pursue a peaceful nuclear programme. However, that must be pursued within the ambit of the NPT and other relevant international instruments. We stress that efforts aimed at nuclear non-proliferation should dovetail with simultaneous efforts aimed at nuclear disarmament. Nigeria is concerned about the slow pace ofprogress towards nuclear disarmament and the lack of progress by the nuclear-weapon States to accomplish the task of the total elimination of their nuclear stockpiles. We call on the nuclear-weapon States to fulfil their multilateral legal obligations on nuclear disarmament.”

    2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source

46. “We are deeply concerned about the potential for the immediate, indiscriminate and massive death and destruction that could be caused by the detonation of any nuclear weapon. The long-term effects of such an action on human health, the environment and other vital economic resources could endanger the lives of both present and future generations. We furthermore express deep concern about the catastrophic humanitarian consequences of any use of nuclear weapons and call upon all States to comply, at all times, with applicable international law, including international humanitarian law. Nigeria reiterates its commitment to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). We regard the NPT as the cornerstone of the global non-proliferation regime.”

    2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source

47. “I thank the Malaysian delegation for convening this important debate. I commend the Secretary-General for his remarks made earlier this morning. I also would like to thank the briefers for their incisive briefings and for sharing their thoughts with us. Nigeria aligns itself with the statement made by the representative of Iran on behalf ofthe Movement of Non-Aligned Countries on this subject. At the outset, I wish to reaffirm Nigeria's commitment to the ideal of a nuclear-free world. We regard the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) and their means of delivery as a grave threat to our collective security. That indeed is a global challenge, which requires a concerted and sustained effort on the part of the international community, including the Security Council.”

    2016-08-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7758 (2016) · source

48. “That is why we believe that greater consideration should be accorded to expanding and enhancing regional approaches to the pursuit of international peace and security. Regional approaches, in essence, represent a critical bridge between the national and global dimensions of conflict. It is a bridge that we must continue to build, no matter how challenging that may appear to be.”

    2016-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7694 (2016) · source

49. “We believe that more work needs to be done on how the United Nations can better support arrangements for further cooperation and coordination with the African Union on Chapter VIII arrangements in addressing common security challenges. Such arrangements would also serve to deepen and broaden dialogue and cooperation between the Security Council and the Peace and Security Council of the African Union. In concluding, I wish to call attention to the fact that in the face of the increasing gap between the demand for the involvement of the United Nations in conflict situations, on the one hand, and the United Nations ability to respond effectively, on the other, regional organizations become even more compelling as enablers of peace.”

    2016-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7694 (2016) · source

50. “Those consultations are mutually beneficial because they allow for close coordination of the actions of the African Union and the United Nations in matters of peace and security. We believe that the process could benefit from a strengthening of the policy-level coordination between the two organizations. While those developments are encouraging, the opportunities and challenges remain critical points for ensuring a more functional and effective cooperation and coordination between the United Nations and regional arrangements. Such cooperation and collaboration must be premised on a clear division oflabour that recognizes the relative advantage of each organization.”

    2016-05-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7694 (2016) · source