Nigeria has so far deployed 200,000 to UN peace missions – Official
The UN Resident Coordinator in Nigeria, Mr. Mohamed Fall, says Nigeria has deployed more than 200,000 peace keepers for various United Nations Peace Operations since 1960.
“The more than 200,000 troops, police, and civilians have served in 41 peace operations over the years,” Mr. Fall said was delivering a lecture at the National Defence College in Abuja.
He spoke on the topic ‘Emerging Issues in Contemporary Peace Support Operations (PSO) Environment.’
He observed that the global security landscape is rapidly evolving, as such peacekeeping operations must continue to adapt accordingly.
“The complex challenges confronting peacekeepers are increasingly driven by factors that do not stop at national borders. These include organized crime, violent extremism, terrorism, rapid weaponization of new technologies, proliferation of small arms and light weapons including across borders, pervasive misinformation, and climate change.
“In many regions, peacekeepers face direct threats from armed militias, criminal organizations, and violent extremist groups, making their work increasingly hazardous,” Mr Fall stated.
According to, the future of peace support operations is not just about maintaining the peace but also proactive prevention of conflicts, addressing governance gaps, and strengthening the resilience of affected states.
“As peacekeeping evolves, it must become a more dynamic, flexible, and efficient tool for global stability,” he added.
Mr. Fall informed the Senior Military Officers that UN Member States have agreed to actions that ensures targeting peace operations to align with the challenges and changing realities of the 21st century.
