NIGERIA CALLS FOR GLOBAL ACTION TO DE-ESCALATE ISRAELI-GAZA CONFLICT, BACKS BIDEN’S CEASEFIRE PROPOSAL 09-06-24
By Sadiq Aminu The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has called for immediate global action to de-escalate the spate of extreme violence against non-combatants in the Israel-Palestine conflict.
In a statement Ambassador Tuggar also confirmed the support of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for proposals put forward by US President Joe Biden for a cease-fire.
It explains that the Biden Ceasefire proposal should be embraced by world leaders and the international community to intensify efforts towards a speedy resolution of the conflict, and the immediate cessation of the extreme violence in Gaza and all other innocent civilians affected by the conflict.
It stresses the importance of continuous, sufficient and unhindered provision of lifesaving humanitarian supplies and services for civilians.
Ambassador Tuggar assures the United States of Nigeria’s support to bring about a complete cessation of violence and an end to the senseless loss of human lives and manmade humanitarian crises.
President Joe Biden’s proposal includes a deal that will lead to a permanent ceasefire, a surge in humanitarian aid, the release of hostages, and a major reconstruction plan to rebuild homes, schools, and hospitals.
Nigeria believes the Biden plan is the best way forward for all parties and can prevent any repetition of the tragic deaths on 8 June of more than 200 people at the Nuseirat refugee camp.