Nigeria elected into UN Council

Nigeria was on Thursday elected into the non-permanent seat of the United Nations Security Council, scoring a total of 186 out of a possible 193 votes.

This is the fourth time Nigeria would be elected into the seat since it became independent in 1960.

It is also the second time the country would secure a seat in the Council under President Goodluck Jonathan. The first time was in 2010-2011.

Meanwhile, President Jonathan has welcomed Nigeria’s election into the Council, thanking all member- countries that supported the country’s bid.

A statement issued by his media aide, Dr. Reuben Abati, said, “On behalf of the Federal Government and people of Nigeria, President Jonathan wishes to convey his sincere appreciation for the support of all member-countries of the United Nations who voted for Nigeria’s election to the Security Council.

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