NIGERIA SECURES UN HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL SEAT WITH 172 VOTES
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By ‘Balogun Ibrahim
Nigeria has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027–2029 term, securing 172 votes out of 181 in a secret ballot conducted by the UN General Assembly on October 13, 2026.
The Federal Government announced the development in an official statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday and signed by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Oluwafemi Adeniyi.
According to the statement, Nigeria was elected alongside 14 other countries and will serve a three-year term from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029.
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The government described the election as a reflection of the international community’s confidence in Nigeria’s commitment to promoting and protecting human rights globally.
“Nigeria’s election reflects international confidence in its commitment to advancing human rights and improving human rights conditions across the world,” the statement said.
The 47-member UN Human Rights Council is responsible for promoting and protecting human rights worldwide. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed appreciation to United Nations member states for supporting Nigeria’s candidature.
The statement also reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to dialogue, cooperation and mutual respect among member states, as well as its readiness to work with other Council members to advance the body’s mandate.
“Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to sustaining dialogue, cooperation and mutual respect with Member States, and looks forward to working closely with Council Members in advancing the mandate of the Council and strengthening international efforts towards the promotion and protection of human rights,” it added.
The government further pledged to support constructive multilateral engagement and initiatives that promote human dignity, justice and respect for fundamental freedoms.
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