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United Nations And Its Selected Bias/Punishment Against World Leaders

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Tafida Sabo Akilu

 

By Tafida Sabo Akilu.

It has been on record that several attempts had taken place on how to establish an institution that would coordinate the entire world and simultaneously prevent global conflicts. Such attempt can be dated back to 17th century, ie the Vienna conference which as a result brought the end of napoleon war and at the same time led to the unification of European societies.

There were also attempt by the Europe such as Russia, Australia, Prussia and Britain to maintain peace in europe.

However, the eruption of the WWI of 1914-1918 hindered all such strenuous effort. Despite that, still international communities didn’t despair but pushed more efforts in order to initiate world body that would solely foster peace and stability in the international arena. This necessitated the establishment of the league of nations as suggested by the then US leader Wilson. League of nations was emanated from the treaty of versailles in 1919.

The above institution was unable to last long nor it had achieved her goals. Thus, WWlI erupted due to inability of the aforementioned institution. At the end of the WWII, nation states decided to replace league of nations with United Nations Organization (UNO). It has been reported that on 25th April 1945 at Francisco (USA), that China, Britain, and Soviet submitted the draft charter for the organization that is toady known as UNO. The UNO aimed at the following goals.

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1. To maintain international peace and security, prevent threat to peace and punish aggressors.
2. To develop friendship among states and to treat all states equally
3. To promote and achieve international cooperation in solving economic, social, diplomatic, and cultural problems, and promote & respect for human rights and freedom for all people irrespective of their race, gender, language or religion.

This paper will examine objective number one of the above goals. That’s maintenance of international peace and punishment of the aggressors. Since the inception of UNO, there were many international crises witnessed by international communities. These included Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria , Yemen , Israeli-Palestine Libya, Sudan ethiopia-Tigrayan wars to mention just few.

World has witnessed number of aggressors such as Muammar Ghaddafi of Libya, Sadam Hussein of Iraq, George W Bush jr, V. Putin of Russia, Al-Bashar of Sudan etc. However, some of these aggressors were faced consequences of their actions by united nations while others escaped.

In march 2009, Al -Bashar of Sudan became the first sitting head of state to be indicated by international criminal court ( ICC) , for allegedly directing a campaign of mass killing, rape, and pillage against civilians of Dafur.

On 30 December 2006, Sadam Hussein was sentenced to death by hanging after being convicted of crime against humanity. He killed 148 shi’tes in the town of Dujail in 1982, in retaliation for an assassination attempt against him.

On 21 October 211, Muammar Ghaddafi of Libya was found west of sitter after his convoys were attacked by NATO aircraft. He was then captured by national transition council (TNC) forces and killed shortly. Reuters. 21 October 2011

Week after Al-Qaeedah attacked the US on September 11, president George W Bush jr announced the US invasion of Afghanistan. In spite the fact that invasion of one country by another is strictly against the charter of UNO which guaranteed sovereignty and territorial integrity of member states. According to the coast of war project, the invasion of Afghanistan by US under the aggressive George W Bush claimed 176,000 people lives in Afghanistan; 461,319 civilians, 69,095 military and police at least 52,893 opposition fighters. Despitefully, United Nations refused to hold Bush accountable for his flagrant violation of international law.

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In February and March 2014, Russia invaded and subsequently annexed the crimean peninsula from Ukraine. The invasion claimed the lives of six people, 3 protesters, 2 pro-Russian, 1 pro-Ukraine, two soldiers and one crimean SDP trooper( google). Meanwhile , for the past three months, Russia has amassed more than 100,000 armed forces on Ukraine border and it began to invade Ukraine three days ago.

According to the president zalensky of Ukraine substantiated that about 100 people lost their lives which included civilians , both Russian and ukraine armed forces. , United Nations did nothing to President Putin in 2014 and perhaps this emboldened him to start another invasion three days ago.

Concerning the current invasion of Ukraine by Russia, United Nations security council (UNSC) summoned emergency meeting so as to condemn Russia’s aggressions on Ukraine. This meeting ended off with a voting in which 11 members voted in favour of Ukraine, China, India and UAE abstained while Russia who’s part of the permanent member states vetoed the resolution and called it anti -Russian.

Lastly the UNSC vowed to take the issue to united nations general assembly (UNGA) for further resolution. Note , Russian has a veto power and it may likely veto any resolution against her.

I call on international communities to re-think about the settings of united nations and come up with a better international institutions that will favour world leaders equally since it’s apparent that united nations is just a mish-mash and balderdash.

Tafida Sabo Akilu, Is a Student at Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano, Department of History And International Studies.

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Donald Trump Breaks Over 130 Year History, Stages Comeback Like Grover Cleveland

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Abbas Yushau Yusuf

With America’s history of democracy begining from 1789 with George Washington as the pioneer US President ,American politics is now 225 years with some Presidents assassinated while others are defeated in an election .

For example after succeeding Richard Nixon due to wateralgate scandal President Gerald Ford did not win election into the White House in 1976 but was defeated by Jimmy Carter while Jimmy Carter could not get reelected in in 1989 and was defeated by Ronald Reagan,the same with George Herbert Bush who could also not secure reelection in 1992 but was defeated by Governor of Arkansas Mr Bill Clinton .

There are were also other American Presidents who were assasinted like Abraham lincoln after the American civil war of 1846 and President John Kennedy who was also assassinated in 1961.

Now the most unique in American politics was the issue of its former President Grover Cleveland who is the first American President to serve two non consecutive terms in office ,between 1885 to 1889 and between 1893 to 1897 serving as the 22nd and 24th President of the United States .

Grover Cleveland staged a comeback in 1893 by defeating his old rival President Benjamin Harrison who only served one term as America’s 23rd President since then over 130 years ,President Trump who was defeated by Democrats Joe Biden in 2020 has now won the 2024 elections and to serve as the 45th and 47th President of the United States like Cleveland who was the only American President that carry that medal but now jinxed by Donald Trump

 

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Trump, Harris Secure Votes as First Results Emerge in U.S. Presidential Election

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The first results in the U.S. presidential election have emerged, with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump tied at three votes each.

The early count comes from Dixville Notch, New Hampshire, a small town with just six voters.

Dixville Notch is famous for its tradition of being the first to finish in-person voting, a practice that began in 1960.

Voting reportedly began right at midnight. Meanwhile, votes were counted, and results were announced just 15 minutes later.

Harris, the Democratic candidate, and Trump, a Republican, have been close in the polls leading up to election day.

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ActionAid Nigeria Commemorates International Peace Day with Cultural Festivities

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By Naziru Idris Ya’u

Celebrating Peace: ActionAid Nigeria/Dispute Resolution and Development Initiative Commemorates International Peace Day with Cultural Festivities

On a radiant day marked by vibrant cultural displays, ActionAid Nigeria/Dispute Resolution and Development Initiative commemorated the International Day of Peace with an event that brought together communities in a celebration of harmony and resilience.

The Peace Fiesta, held in honor of this significant occasion, showcased various cultural troupes that performed traditional dances, songs, and skits, emphasizing the theme of unity amid diversity.

Speaking at the occasion, Andrew Amebu, the Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria, articulated the organization’s commitment to fostering inclusive development and sustainable peace in communities. “Today, we celebrate not just peace, but the ideals of brotherhood and the importance of understanding across cultures and nations,” she stated. “This event is a reminder that our shared commitment to peace is groundbreaking for the futures we want to create.”

Over the past 20 months, ActionAid Nigeria has made significant inroads into building community resilience against violent extremism. The organization recently provided livelihood equipment worth 100 million Naira (approximately 71,428.5 USD) to 600 youth and women across Kano and Kaduna States. These beneficiaries, trained in seven different vocational skills, are a vital part of the organization’s effort to promote socio-economic stability and discourage violent extremism.

Hajiya Dankabo highlighted that over 15,000 direct beneficiaries have been engaged in sensitization programs, cultivating a culture that values peaceful coexistence and embraces diversity. The ripple effect of these programs is evident in the increasingly harmonious interactions within these communities.

Partnering with the Dispute Resolution and Development Initiative (DRDI), the event also featured novelty football matches aimed at improving peace and social cohesion among community members. “Sports have emerged as a vital tool for unifying people, transcending differences, and creating a peaceful environment,” remarked the Executive Director of DRDI, Dr. Mustapha Muhammad Yahaya, who noted that such initiatives are crucial for strengthening communal ties.

International Peace Day, observed annually, is a global call to action that encourages individuals and communities to prioritize peace above all differences. The day resonates deeply with the objectives of Sustainable Development Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), both of which are instrumental in fostering a harmonious world.

This year’s theme, “Cultivating a Culture of Peace,” served as an impetus for ActionAid Nigeria to mobilize communities against ethnicism, discrimination, and intolerance. Supported by the Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund (GCERF) in collaboration with Global Peace Development, the organization has been implementing the System and Structure Strengthening Approach Against Radicalisation to Violence Extremism (SARVE III) project. This initiative has resulted in the establishment of 24 women’s safe spaces along with Peace Clubs and Local Conflict Management Alliances aimed at enhancing early warning capabilities for conflict and promoting peacebuilding efforts.

The cultural extravaganza at the event was a fitting highlight, demonstrating how art and tradition can symbolize and signify the ideals of peace and stability in communities. Each performance served as a reminder of the rich cultural tapestry that binds communities, encouraging them to embrace their differences as a source of strength rather than division.

As the sun set on the event, the atmosphere lingered with hope and the promise of ongoing efforts toward building resilient, peaceful communities throughout Nigeria. ActionAid’s initiatives reflect a broader commitment to weaving peace into the fabric of society—an endeavor that requires continuous collaboration, engagement, and education for lasting impact.

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