By JOHN NWOKOCHA, Abuja

The United Nations on Saturday, October 22, organised a peace walk in Abuja to kick off activities for its 77th anniversary, ahead of October 24.

The 10 km walk kicked off from UN House, Abuja. It was an opportunity to gather safely and promote peace and solidarity in the nation.

Participants of the walk included the UN Resident Coordinator, all UN agency heads, UN staff and families

members of the Diplomatic Corps and stakeholders

The objective of the walk was to create peace awareness, which aims to promote the need for peaceful co-existence globally and appreciate diversity.

The UN said Walk the Talk is not a fitness competition but an opportunity to develop a healthy lifestyle.

Furthermore, an exhibition to showcase the works of the UN agencies would be conducted on Monday 24 October, 2022 at the green lawn, UN House from 09.00 to 16.00

The UN was established on October 24, 77 years ago, to promote international peace and prosperity, after the devastating World War II.

The theme for this year's anniversary is, “The UN and Nigeria: partnership for peace, prosperity and sustainable development”.

Nigeria is an active member of the UN and over the years has made significant contributions to peacekeeping operations.

Besides, Nigeria has supported development initiatives for her people and has been an active partner in global multilateralism. The UN had commended Nigeria's contributions to peace.

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