Nigeria has secured a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2027–2029 term after obtaining 172 votes in an election by the UN General Assembly.
The Federal Government announced the result in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Oluwafemi Adeniyi.
Nigeria secured 172 of the 181 votes cast during Tuesday's election, earning a three-year membership of the 47-member council, which promotes and protects human rights globally.
The new term will run from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029. Nigeria was elected alongside 14 other countries, according to the ministry.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria wishes to announce Nigeria’s election to the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council for the 2027–2029 term,” the statement said.
The government expressed appreciation to UN member states for supporting Nigeria’s candidature, adding that the country was committed to advancing the council’s mandate through dialogue, cooperation and mutual respect.
It said Nigeria looked forward to working with other members to strengthen international efforts to promote and protect human rights.
The government also reaffirmed its commitment to multilateral engagement and initiatives that uphold human dignity, justice and fundamental freedoms.
Nigeria will join other elected members of the council in addressing global human rights concerns when its new term begins in January.
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