President Bola Tinubu has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, urging an end to Israeli aggression that has brought “immeasurable suffering” to countless lives.<\/p>\n
Speaking at the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Monday, Tinubu emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to a two-state solution, where Israelis and Palestinians can coexist in security and dignity.<\/p>\n
In his address, Tinubu highlighted the enduring impact of the conflict in Palestine, stating, \u201cThe conflict in Palestine has persisted for far too long, inflicting immeasurable suffering on countless lives.\u201d<\/p>\n
He urged nations committed to justice and human rights to act beyond “empty condemnations” and prioritize an end to hostilities, focusing on the principles of proportionality and civilian protection.<\/p>\n
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, noted that the summit aimed to build on the 2023 Riyadh discussions, focusing on peace and stability in the Middle East.<\/p>\n
Tinubu\u2019s call underscored a moral responsibility to end the violence, asserting that no political or security goal should come at the expense of innocent lives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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