The Federal Government disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Oluwafemi Adeniyi.
According to the ministry, Nigeria’s new mandate will run from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029. The country was elected alongside 14 others.
Reacting to the outcome, the Federal Government thanked the countries that supported Nigeria’s bid and pledged to contribute to the council’s work through dialogue, cooperation and mutual respect.
It also expressed its readiness to collaborate with other members on initiatives aimed at protecting human dignity, advancing justice and safeguarding fundamental freedoms.
