President Muhammadu Buhari, Monday, in Abuja welcomed
commendations by United Nations (UN) on efforts to restore security, strengthen
institutions against corruption, improve health facilities and rebuilding of
the multilateral institution’s office, which was attacked by terrorists in
2011.
The President, who received a delegation led by the UN
Resident Coordinator in Nigeria, Mr. Edward Kallon, said reconstruction of UN
building by the government was in full appreciation of the work of the
international organisation, noting that the attack by the terrorists was
regrettable.
“Thank you for what you have been doing in the country,
especially for women and children. I am glad you have put together a dedicated
team to work with us.’’
The President commended the various programmes of the UN in Nigeria.
“I am very impressed with the number of programmes you are
carrying out, and I hope that our ministers will continue to cooperate with
you.’’
On reconstruction of the UN Building and Boko Haram bombing
incident, President Buhari said: “I assure that beyond the renovation of your
headquarters after that incident, we will continue to make your job feasible
and comfortable. If you need anything in the course of your assignments talk to
the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Geoffrey Onyeama.’’
In his remarks, the UN Resident Coordinator praised the
administration for the rebuilding and modernisation of the UN House in Nigeria,
describing it as a commendable support to multilateralism.
“The re-opening of the UN House in October 2019, after eight
years, was a day of celebration and remembrance. It was also an act of defiance
in the face of terror and attack on our core values of peace, freedom,
prosperity, tolerance and justice.’’
Mr. Kallon commended President Buhari for his leadership and
guidance in response to COVID-19 pandemic as well as the wisdom in establishing
the Presidential Task Force and adding his voice to the global call for a
people’s vaccine for coronavirus.
The UN representative congratulated Nigeria on the
successful eradication of poliovirus and promised to partner with the country
in building more Primary Health Care Centres capable of sustaining universal
health coverage.
Mr Kallon extolled the President and his administration for
establishment of the new Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management
and Social Development as well as for his continuous support in advancing
gender issues, the girl-child, and rights of the child in general.’’
He said the President should be praised for “legacy
investments in the administration’s fight against corruption, electoral reforms
and census.’’
Mr. Kallon also commended President Buhari’s “resolve to
reform and return discipline in the public service as well as the success in
fighting corruption, including convictions and recovery of assets.’’
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