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The International Association of World Peace Advocates IAWPA has announced Amb. Nnenna Uzoani as head of Election Mission in Nigeria.  A press statement made signed by Amb Emmanuel Nkweke the International Spokesman of IAWPA said her appointment is a testament to IAWPA's commitment to credible elections in Nigeria.  The statement said her appointment will commence from the Anambra state governorship elections stated for November 8th 2025 where IAWPA has already been given an international observation status as International observers.  IAWPA further stressed it's commitment to credible elections through proper monitoring and observations by stating that as part of its commitment to promoting credible elections and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), it will deploy a team of observers to monitor the electoral process in Anambra state.  "IAWPA has appointed Amb. Nnenna Uzoani as the Head of Election Observation to coordinate our efforts in ensuring a fr...

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) has announced that it is pleased to have presented One Million Naira to the children of fallen heroes of the Nigeria Police Force today.  This gesture according to Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke the International Spokesman of IAWPA said is a fulfillment of the association's promise to partner with the NPF and demonstrate it's commitment to supporting the men and women in uniform who risk their lives to keep our nation safe. "We urge all Nigerians and organizations to join us in supporting the Nigerian Police Force. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our officers and their families. We call on individuals, corporate organizations, and well-meaning Nigerians to partner with us in this noble endeavor" the statement said  Recall that IAWPA organized a side event to mark the International Day of Police Cooperation where it awarded the Inspector General of Police IGP Kayode Egbetokun as the most friendly S...

  As the UN Secretary-General on Monday welcomed the release of all living hostages from Gaza, aid agencies said that lifesaving relief supplies are now flowing at scale into the shattered enclave. António Guterres expressed his "profound relief" that the hostages had been freed, two years since they were among some 250 taken during Hamas-led terror attacks in Israel on 7 October 2023, before highlighting their "immense suffering". The UN Secretary-General's comments came as he headed to Egypt's Sharm el-Sheikh along with world leaders for the Gaza peace summit.  The international gathering was convened after Israeli forces pulled back from parts of Gaza, in line with an agreement between Israel and Hamas, brokered in Egypt by US mediators and representatives from Qatar and Turkïye.   In a message on X, Mr. Guterres reiterated his call for the release of the bodies of the deceased hostages and urged "all parties to build on this momentum and to honour t...

  Adults were in the back seat at UN Headquarters on Friday as girls and young women from across the world took over the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Chamber to speak up for their rights in the face of conflict, climate change, and other challenges.    Alongside senior officials from the UN community, they commemorated  the International Day of the Girl Child  through declarations, dialogue and a show of solidarity for their peers in Afghanistan and elsewhere, whose voices have been silenced. Nafisa from Ghana, 16, spoke up for girls “whose dreams are shaken by crisis”, such as a friend in a nearby village who had to leave school after conflict erupted, but joined a study group to continue learning. “Her story reminds us girls are strong, girls are determined, girls never give up,” she said in a video message. A world where girls can lead The International Day is held annually on 11 October, and the event gave life to this year’s theme  We are Here:...

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) has expressed its unwavering support for the establishment of the Institute of Financial and Investment Analysts of Nigeria. This development is coming on the heels of the organization's commitment to promoting sustainable development and good governance in Nigeria. According to IAWPA, the establishment of the institute will play a critical role in promoting financial literacy, investment analysis, and risk management in Nigeria. This, in turn, will contribute to the country's economic growth and development, aligning with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). From the SDG perspective, IAWPA believes that the establishment of the institute will help promote financial inclusion, reduce poverty, and enhance economic stability in Nigeria. By providing a platform for financial professionals to develop ...