UNO

This is the only global body in the world today that embraces all independent states regardless of race, geographical location, culture or ideology. It was established on the 24^th of October, 1945 following the collapse of the league of Nations in 1919.

The organization is a common forum where states in the international system assemble to discuss matters concerning world peace and security.

Aims of the United Nations

1. To save succeeding generations from wars
2. Commitment to fundamental human right, dignity and worth of human beings.
3. Equal rights of men and women of all states irrespective of size.
4. Justice and respect for international law.
5. Employment of the necessary international machinery for the promotion of the economic and social progress of all peoples.
6. Encouragement of international co-operation among states.

Organs of the United Nations

1. The General Assembly made up of the representatives of all member states of the United Nations whose responsibility as a body is to discuss all issues pertaining to world peace and stability and pass resolutions accordingly. In this Assembly all states, big and small, have one seat each and equal status.
2. The security council consisting of Five permanent members and ten temporary members bringing the total number to fifteen. The permanent members include the USA, the former Soviet Union, Britain, China and France and they all have veto powers in the council. The other ten non-permanent members are elected to the security council by the General Assembly on only a two-year term.
3. The economic and Social council made up of twenty seven members from different U.N member states. They are elected for a 3-year term with the primary function of guaranteeing the economic, social, cultural, educational and health welfare of the international community through the specialized Agencies.

Evaluation

1. What are the aims and objectives of the U.N?
2. Account for Nigeria’s contribution to the United Nations Organisation
3. Explain five achievements of U.NO