Africa Seeks Stronger Global Action Against Illegal Arms Trade at UN
Nigeria's UN representative, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has called for stronger international action against the illegal trade of small arms in Africa. He emphasized that these weapons are fueling conflict and humanitarian crises across the continent.
Why it matters
The proliferation of illicit arms is a primary driver of regional instability in Africa, necessitating coordinated global policy responses.
Nigeria s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has presented Africa s collective position on the growing threat posed by the proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons, warning that the menace continues to undermine peace, security and development across the continent.
The article provides a straightforward account of a diplomatic address at the United Nations.
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