Archives Tag: United Nations
June 20th: World Refugee Day
April 19, 2022
In every sixty seconds, 20 people around the globe abandon whatever they are doing to escape war, persecution, or terror. Presently, the world is experiencing the highest level of displacement on record. In 2018, an unprecedented 70.8 million people around the world were forced to flee their homes due to conflict and persecution. Among … Continue reading June 20th: World Refugee Day
By ugo-chinedu
Connect Nigeria Celebrates International Women’s Day
April 19, 2022
The 8th of March of every year has been observed as International Women’s Day since 1977, when it was declared by the United Nations. However, Nigeria’s number one online information portal, Connect Nigeria, celebrated this year’s International Women’s Day on the 9th of March, 2020. Read more about other International Days Women should be celebrated … Continue reading Connect Nigeria Celebrates International Women’s Day
The Significance Of An International Women’s Day
April 19, 2022
In the midst of indications that the world is gradually moving away from long-held beliefs about the suppression of women, it became necessary to set aside one other day during the year for women across the world. The world is increasingly aware of the effect of ruthless patriarchy as regards human existence. From the days … Continue reading The Significance Of An International Women’s Day
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1st March: International Zero Discrimination Day
April 19, 2022
Discrimination continues to undermine efforts to achieve a more just and equitable world and causes pain and suffering for many. Discrimination has many forms, from racial or religious discrimination to discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation or age, and to bullying at school or at work. The First day of March is a day to … Continue reading 1st March: International Zero Discrimination Day
By jeremiah
Today Is International Mother Language Day
April 19, 2022
Languages are undoubtedly the most powerful tool for communication among humans globally. Whether English, French, German, Nigerian languages (Igbo, Hausa, or even Yoruba), the need to preserve language is extremely important as it is a very significant symbol in any cultural or ethnic organization or group. Despite the complexities associated with languages especially as regards … Continue reading Today Is International Mother Language Day
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Today Is World Day Of Social Justice
April 19, 2022
Having a world where there is an equal playing round for all, mindless of gender, background, race, status or even financial capacity is not a bad idea. It is a pity that presently we see cases of rape globally with offenders in some cases going unpunished, racism in both developed and underdeveloped countries, abuse of … Continue reading Today Is World Day Of Social Justice
By ugo-chinedu
Today Is International Day Of Education
April 19, 2022
The role of education in the growth and development of any nation cannot be underestimated. Education which commonly entails the acquisition of knowledge through teaching and learning, has come to be accepted all over the globe. Any nation that wants a bright future must educate its people. Little wonder advanced and developed countries of the … Continue reading Today Is International Day Of Education
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2020 Vision: The Connect Nigeria Business Fair To Hold 6th & 7th March 2020
April 19, 2022
Africa is in a frantic race to end poverty and ensure that her people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030 via the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. Nigeria, like most African countries, is tasked to fast-track progress in achieving a socio economic and environmentally sustainable future for her close to two hundred million citizens with an increasing population living … Continue reading 2020 Vision: The Connect Nigeria Business Fair To Hold 6th & 7th March 2020
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Everyday Heroes – Olaoluwa Abagun
April 19, 2022
Abagun was born in Lagos, she had her secondary education at Queens’ College, Lagos. In 2008, she graduated from Queens’ College Lagos, bagging the “Outstanding Service to College Life Award” for her strong leadership as the Deputy Head-Girl of the College. Shortly after, she proceeded to Obafemi Awolowo University where she obtained a Bachelor of … Continue reading Everyday Heroes – Olaoluwa Abagun
By jeremiah
International Anti-Corruption Day
April 19, 2022
“Corruption begets more corruption, and fosters a corrosive culture of impunity. The United Nations Convention against Corruption is among our primary tools for advancing the fight. Sustainable Development Goal 16 and its targets also offer a template for action.” — UN Secretary-General, António Guterres The global campaign “Corruption: An impediment to the Sustainable Development Goals” … Continue reading International Anti-Corruption Day
By jeremiah
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Receives United Nations Foundation Global Leadership Award
April 19, 2022
It is no news at all that the dexterous Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has distinguished herself as a writer. Her works range from novels, to short stories, to nonfiction, but each one has contributed to establishing Chimamanda as one of the greatest writers of our time. Chinua Achebe gave high but appropriate praise when he said … Continue reading Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Receives United Nations Foundation Global Leadership Award
World Day of Remembrance for Victims of Road Traffic
April 19, 2022
Road traffic crashes are a major cause of death among all age groups and the leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5–29 years. The risk of dying in a road traffic crash is more than 3 times higher in low-income countries than in high-income countries. The World Day of Remembrance for … Continue reading World Day of Remembrance for Victims of Road Traffic
By jeremiah
International Day For The Eradication Of Poverty
April 19, 2022
It is no hidden fact that poverty is a great threat to the national growth and development of countries across the globe. One might not be out of place to express shock at the fact that in a world characterized by technological advancement, and unprecedented economic growth, people still live in extreme poverty. Needless to … Continue reading International Day For The Eradication Of Poverty
By ugo-chinedu
World Food Day – 6 Tips for a Healthier Diet
April 19, 2022
World Food Day is one of the most celebrated events in the United Nation’s calendar. This event holds annually on the 16th of October. This year’s edition is devoted to addressing issues of global hunger. The theme of this year’s event is “Our actions are our future. Healthy diets for a #zerohunger world.” This theme … Continue reading World Food Day – 6 Tips for a Healthier Diet
United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria Hosts SDG Finance Conversations In Lagos
April 19, 2022
On the 31st of January 1999, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the then UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan proposed a Global Compact between the United Nations and the private sector: “I propose that you, the business leaders… and we, the United Nations, initiate a global compact of shared values and principles, which will … Continue reading United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria Hosts SDG Finance Conversations In Lagos
