Sat. Feb 8th, 2025

From TCNEWS

The President, Rotary Club of Umuahia North District 9142, Rotarian Uchechukwu Udeji (Nwa Ghana) has encouraged Nigerians to put behind ethnic and religious background and embrace a culture of peace as enshrined in the UN Charter and related international law.

International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly to encourage global ceasefire and non-violence. It is a day devoted to strengthening ideals of peace, above all differences, and to contribute to building a culture of peace. Peace Day is observed around the world on September 21.

Interacting with our correspondent through WhatsApp chat as the world celebrates the year 2024 International Day of Peace, under the theme “Cultivating a Culture of Peace”, Rtn. Udeji, also reminded Nigerians that cultivating a Culture of Peace’, is a powerful reminder that for peace to be possible, everyone must play a part.

He said that Rotary International is committed to peacebuilding and conflict prevention, and Rotary Club of Umuahia North also is dedicated to promote peace within the community by installing signage/billboards advocating for harmony.

Rtn. Udeji who also emphasized Rotary’s commitment to identifying and addressing humanitarian needs, disclosed that each year Rotary clubs around the world organize and take part in various activities and events centered on the theme of peace.

The Rotary President, who went further to espouse and expound the theme of the International Day of Peace, “Cultivating a Culture of Peace”, reiterated his Club’s unwavering commitment to peace and conflict resolution within and beyond its domain.

By NWAMARA

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