Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his approval of the establishment of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, an initiative led by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil. President Tinubu, who made a statement on Monday at the 19th, G20 Leaders Summit opening session in Rio de Janeiro, described the alliance as pivotal in the global fight against hunger and poverty.
President Bola Tinubu has endorsed the creation of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, initiated on Monday November 19th by the leaders of G20 nations. The move, according to officials, was championed by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil. At the Council, President Tinubu also made a strong case for Nigeria’s membership of the United Nations Security Council, saying the country has the capability to represent Africa in the Council. The leader also described the alliance as “pivotal in the global fight against hunger and poverty.”
“The creation of this Alliance marks a significant milestone in our global efforts to eradicate hunger and poverty, and it also sends a powerful message of solidarity to vulnerable populations around the globe. By fostering collaboration between governments, international organizations, and civil society, this initiative offers a comprehensive approach not only to addressing immediate needs but also tackling the structural causes of hunger and poverty,”
BOLA TINUBU, HEAD OF STATE – NIGERIA
Nigeria over the years has suffered from acute famine and poverty due to multiple factors like climate change and poor economy. By collaborating with international partners, Nigeria aims to leverage best practices, innovative solutions, and financial support to enhance its efforts to combat poverty and hunger. The endorsement reinforces Nigeria’s role as a key player in global efforts to promote sustainable development and improve the quality of life for all its citizens,
“These goals are at the core of Nigeria’s development agenda, and the Alliance offers a platform to accelerate progress towards them. By collaborating with international partners, Nigeria aims to leverage best practices, innovative solutions, and financial support to enhance its efforts to combat poverty and hunger.”
BOLA TINUBU, HEAD OF STATE – NIGERIA
During this meeting , emphasis was laid on the urgent need for the United Nations Security Council reform to ensure its continued relevance in global interventions. He reiterated Nigeria’s readiness and capability to represent Africa within this elite group. Nigeria called on the G20 to champion this noble ideal, having admitted the African Union as a group member.
