Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Jimoh Ibrahim.
Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Jimoh Ibrahim, has called for swift international action to confront increasing geopolitical instability, arms expansion and emerging security risks facing the world.
Ibrahim made the appeal while receiving participants from the United States Army War College during their visit to Nigeria’s Permanent Mission to the UN in New York.
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According to him, the UN must take decisive steps in addressing escalating global rivalries and tensions among major world powers.
The envoy also urged the international body to pay close attention to threats linked to artificial intelligence, cyber warfare, autonomous weapons systems and illegal arms trafficking.
He noted that advances in emerging technologies and AI present serious global security concerns.
Ibrahim explained that the growing use of drones, autonomous weapons, cyber-attacks and AI-powered military systems has made arms regulation and verification increasingly difficult.
He stressed the need for military institutions around the world to develop proactive responses to these evolving threats.
The ambassador said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to improving Nigeria’s defence capabilities through increased funding, enhanced welfare packages and stronger global partnerships.
He stated that the administration is focused on supporting military operations with adequate resources, innovative strategies and improved conditions for personnel.
Ibrahim described the visit by the War College delegation as a sign of the long-standing strategic partnership between Nigeria and the United States in promoting international peace and security.
He praised the institution for producing high-level strategic leaders equipped to handle modern security and conflict challenges.
The envoy also highlighted the accomplishments of Nigerian military officers trained at the college, saying their performances reflect the professionalism and strength of the Nigerian Armed Forces.
Among the notable alumni he mentioned were former President Muhammadu Buhari, former Chief of Army Staff Taoreed Lagbaja, Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu and Col. Charles Nengite.
He noted that Nengite broke a 38-year record by emerging as the institution’s best international graduate.
“Their achievements continue to showcase the resilience and excellence associated with the Nigerian Army,” Ibrahim said.
He also expressed pleasure over the participation of Col. Timothy Ajato of the Nigerian Army in the visiting delegation.
The ambassador further stated that Nigeria was expanding its diplomatic engagement at the UN in line with Tinubu’s agenda of promoting peace, innovation, investment and global cooperation.
According to him, Nigeria’s foreign policy priorities include democratic growth, sustainable development, diaspora participation and demographic advancement.
Ibrahim also expressed optimism about Nigeria’s economic outlook, citing recent assessments from the World Bank and IMF Global Economic Outlook 2026.
He said ongoing economic reforms were positioning Nigeria among the leading contributors to global GDP growth.
The envoy, who holds a doctorate in Modern War Studies from the University of Buckingham, said the delegation was the first official group he had hosted since assuming office as Nigeria’s representative to the UN.
Earlier, the leader of the U.S. Army War College delegation, Prof. John Hagl, described it as a privilege to engage with the Nigerian mission and discuss Nigeria’s contributions at the United Nations.
Hagl praised Col. Ajato for proudly representing Nigeria’s history, culture and leadership values, adding that he demonstrated the humour, kindness and calm leadership often associated with Nigerians.
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