FG Pushes for Africa’s Permanent Seat on UN Security Council

Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has made a compelling case for Africa’s permanent membership on the United Nations Security Council, highlighting Nigeria’s qualifications to represent the continent. Speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) summit in Davos, Switzerland, Tuggar underscored the continent’s marginalization despite being the focus of nearly 60% of Security Council resolutions.

  1. Disproportionate Impact of UN Resolutions: Tuggar pointed out the paradox of Africa being a frequent subject of the UN Security Council’s resolutions while having no voice in permanent decision-making.
  2. Accountability on Global Issues: He criticized global policies like the deforestation law that disproportionately impact Africa but fail to hold accountable corporations contributing to environmental degradation in the region.
  3. Representation and Diversity: Tuggar emphasized that Africa, with its 54 nations, should be treated as a diverse and significant region rather than a monolithic bloc. He argued that its exclusion from the Security Council undermines global governance.

Why Nigeria?

Tuggar outlined several reasons why Nigeria is the ideal candidate to represent Africa:

  • Population and Economic Strength: Nigeria’s large population and substantial economic contributions position it as a regional powerhouse.
  • Historic Contributions: Nigeria’s involvement in South Africa’s liberation struggle and its support for African development initiatives like the Technical Aid Corps showcase its commitment to pan-Africanism.
  • Peace and Security Leadership: Nigeria’s active role in the African Union’s Peace and Security Council highlights its capacity to handle complex regional issues.
  • Nonalignment and Strategic Autonomy: Under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Nigeria’s balanced approach to foreign relations bolsters its credibility as a neutral and effective representative.

Tuggar’s advocacy at the WEF summit aligns with ongoing discussions about reforming global governance structures to better reflect the realities of the 21st century. With South Africa hosting the G20 summit later this year, the focus on Africa’s role in international decision-making is gaining momentum.

By highlighting Nigeria’s leadership in African affairs and its commitment to global causes, Tuggar has strengthened the argument for a permanent African seat on the Security Council—one that could shape a more inclusive and equitable international order.

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