UN General Assembly
2016

The United Nations should now redouble the long- protracted effort for its reform to enable it to effectively address the challenges of our times. Nigeria therefore reiterates its call for the reform of the Security Council, in particular to reflect equitable and fair representation and greater transparency, legitimacy and inclusiveness in its decision-making. Africa should be adequately represented on the Security Council in the permanent- member category. In that regard, Nigeria stands ready to serve Africa and the world on a reformed Security Council to advance international peace and security. Let me conclude by reaffirming Nigeria’s abiding faith in the United Nations and in its capacity to support Member States to deliver on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.