Nigeria formally assumed the Presidency of the Conference on Disarmament (CD), marking another important opportunity for the country to contribute to international peace, security, and multilateral diplomacy.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the assumption of the CP Presidency by Nigeria took place on 26 May 2026.
It added that “The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu has approved two thematic priorities for Nigeria’s Presidency:
“1.Effective International Arrangements to Assure Non-Nuclear-Weapon States Against the Use or Threat of Use of Nuclear Weapons (Negative Security Assurances).
This theme reflects Nigeria’s longstanding commitment to global peace, nuclear disarmament, and the protection of non-nuclear-weapon states. It aligns with Nigeria’s foreign policy objective of promoting a rules-based international order and supports the 4D foreign policy pillar of Democracy by advocating for equal security and justice for all states.
“2.Improved and Effective Functioning of the Conference on Disarmament (Revitalization of the CD).
This theme seeks to strengthen the effectiveness, relevance, and responsiveness of the world’s sole multilateral disarmament negotiating forum. It resonates with Nigeria’s commitment to constructive multilateral engagement and supports the 4D pillars of Development and Demography, recognizing that a more effective disarmament architecture contributes to global stability, sustainable development, and a safer future for generations to come.”
The Ministry added that “Nigeria looks forward to working with all member states in a spirit of dialogue, cooperation, and consensus-building during its Presidency.”
The Conference on Disarmament (CD) is the world’s sole standing multilateral disarmament negotiating forum established by the international community.
Based at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, it operates independently but is informally linked to the United Nations, reporting annually to the UN General Assembly.
It was established in its current form in 1979.