We Must Act Now: Nigeria’s Senate President Calls For Global Unity Against Terrorism And Poverty- Akpabio – SIXT-MEDIA LANE
Nigeria’s Senate President Calls for Global Unity Against Terrorism and Poverty*
Geneva, Switzerland – In a powerful address at the 6th United World Conference of Speakers, His Excellency, Senator Godswill Akpabio, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria’s Senate, has called on nations to unite against the scourge of terrorism, poverty, and conflict. Speaking on behalf of the Nigerian people, Senator Akpabio emphasized the importance of collaboration and collective responsibility in addressing these global challenges.
*Legislative Actions Against Insecurity*
The Senate President highlighted the Nigerian Senate’s efforts to confront insecurity and rebuild trust through legislation. “We have passed laws to confront insecurity and rebuild trust,” he said. “These include the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons Act, the Terrorism Prevention and Prohibition Act, and the Out-of-School Children Education Act.”
*Empowering Youths and Promoting Inclusion*
Senator Akpabio also emphasized the importance of empowering youths and promoting inclusion. “We are investing in innovations through a ten-year digital strategy to equip our youths to bridge the divide,” he said. “We are also advancing inclusion, with legislation such as the Not Too Young to Run Act, and initiatives to promote gender equality and support persons with disabilities.”
*Fighting Poverty*
The Senate President highlighted the Nigerian Senate’s efforts to fight poverty through various strategies, including education loans, vocational training, tax reforms, and cash transfer programs for the poorest households.
*Global Cooperation*
Senator Akpabio emphasized the need for global cooperation in addressing these challenges. “Multilateralism cannot become mere rhetoric,” he said. “We must rise as a movement and resolve to ensure that our collective actions make a difference.”
*Conclusion*
In conclusion, Senator Akpabio called on parliamentarians to commit to collaboration and the courageous pursuit of solutions that transcend borders and partisan divides. “Let us build and bind our future, not only in treaties, but in tenacity and remain paragons of purpose,” he said.
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