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2023: Again, UN warns of hunger in West, Central Africa, calls for action
The UN agencies say the number of hungry people in West and Central Africa can reach a record high of…
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$51bn needed to help 230m vulnerable people in 2023 – UN
The United Nations says it will need 51.5 billion dollars to help 230 million of the world’s most vulnerable people…
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Africa deserves new partnership for prosperity, devt., says UN Chief
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday, called for new partnership for prosperity and development on the Africa continent, but also…
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Nigeria to get fresh $10.5m UN funding for flood response
The UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Nigeria, Matthias Schmale, has announced $10.5 million dollars in new funding for the flood response…
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UN agencies call for support to prevent famine in the Horn of Africa
UN agencies and partners on Monday, called for greater support to prevent famine in the Horn of Africa, the region…
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UN expresses worry over impact of flooding in Nigeria
The UN has expressed concern over the flooding in Nigeria, which has impacted the lives of more than 2.8 million…
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Buhari to address UN General Assembly Sept. 21
President Muhammadu Buhari will address the 77th Session of the high-level General Debate of the UN General Assembly at the…
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World population to hit 8 billion on Nov. 15 — UN
The UN has announced that the world’s population is projected to reach eight billion on Nov. 15. The information…
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UN report highlights 23,900 grave violations against children in conflict zones
UN report says thousands of children endure ‘horrific conditions’ in conflict zones, highlighting 23,982 verified grave violations against children…
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Maritime security: UN commends Nigeria over successful prosecution, conviction of pirates
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), has commended Nigeria for the first-ever successful prosecution and conviction of…
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