Edward Kallon(@EdwardKallon) 's Twitter Profileg
Edward Kallon

@EdwardKallon

United Nations Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in @UNZimbabwe since January 2022.

ID:2555293819

linkhttps://zimbabwe.un.org calendar_today08-06-2014 18:27:05

2,6K Tweets

10,6K Followers

241 Following

Adejoke O-Adefulire(@Adejoke_O_A) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today on the Margins of the HE. President Muhammadu Buhari Launched Report! This occasion marks a significant milestone in our commitment and efforts to achieve the SDGs in Nigeria. Indeed, following the historic adoption of the SDGs in September 2015.

Today on the Margins of the #UNGA77 HE. President @MBuhari Launched #INFFNigeria Report! This occasion marks a significant milestone in our commitment and efforts to achieve the SDGs in Nigeria. Indeed, following the historic adoption of the SDGs in September 2015. #FinancingNig
account_circle
FAO Nigeria(@FAONigeria) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Ongoing...

FAO's 13th Multidisciplinary Team Meeting for sub region & the - Abuja, Nigeria. 200 participants from 15 states attending the hybrid event.

▶️'Joining efforts to build resilient agrifood systems in West Africa & Sahel’

Ongoing... FAO's 13th Multidisciplinary Team Meeting for #WestAfrica sub region & the #Sahel - Abuja, Nigeria. 200 participants from 15 #ECOWAS states attending the hybrid event. ▶️'Joining efforts to build resilient agrifood systems in West Africa & Sahel’ #MDT13 #ZeroHunger
account_circle
FAO Nigeria(@FAONigeria) 's Twitter Profile Photo

15 countries from & sub-region are being hosted by Fed Min of Agric/RD at the 13th Multidisciplinary Team Meeting of Food and Agriculture Organization, which among other things, will deliberate on the food & nutrition situation in the area.

👉bit.ly/3KEOoNE

15 countries from #WestAfrica & #Sahel sub-region are being hosted by @FmardNg at the 13th Multidisciplinary Team Meeting of @FAO, which among other things, will deliberate on the food & nutrition situation in the area. 👉bit.ly/3KEOoNE #FoodSecurity #Nutrition #MDT13
account_circle
Edward Kallon(@EdwardKallon) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Earlier today, I noted that 'Peace and dev't require strong institutions that must include the active role of women.' So delighted to speak at a programme on strengthening state capacities & women’s participation in COVID Response & broader peacebuilding initiatives in Nigeria.

Earlier today, I noted that 'Peace and dev't require strong institutions that must include the active role of women.' So delighted to speak at a programme on strengthening state capacities & women’s participation in COVID Response & broader peacebuilding initiatives in Nigeria.
account_circle
Edward Kallon(@EdwardKallon) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thanks to Minister of Women Affairs Dame Pauline K. Tallen OFR, KSG; UN Women Nigeria Country Rep. Comfort Lamptey & Commonwealth & Dev't Office Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, for the Prog. on ‘‘Strengthening State Capacities & Women’s Participation in COVID Response & broader Peacebuilding Initiatives in Nigeria’’

Thanks to Minister of Women Affairs @PaulineKTallen; @unwomenNG Country Rep. @ComfortLUNWomen & #UK Commonwealth & Dev't Office @FCDOGovUK, for the Prog. on ‘‘Strengthening State Capacities & Women’s Participation in COVID Response & broader Peacebuilding Initiatives in Nigeria’’
account_circle
United Nations Nigeria(@UN_Nigeria) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We express our deepest gratitude to the more than 90,000 civilian, police and military currently deployed around the 🌍 in our operations. Young peacekeepers help to increase agility, innovation and overall performance & mandate delivery in our operations.

We express our deepest gratitude to the more than 90,000 civilian, police and military #peacekeepers currently deployed around the 🌍 in our operations. Young peacekeepers help to increase agility, innovation and overall performance & mandate delivery in our operations. #PKDay
account_circle
United Nations Nigeria(@UN_Nigeria) 's Twitter Profile Photo

29 May is the Int'l Day of - a day to pay tribute to our uniformed & civilian personnel.
This year, the focus is on Peacekeeping & the
Agenda, themed: 'The road to a lasting peace: Leveraging the power of youth for peace and security'

29 May is the Int'l Day of #UNPeacekeepers - a day to pay tribute to our uniformed & civilian personnel. This year, the focus is on Peacekeeping & the #YouthPeaceSecurity Agenda, themed: 'The road to a lasting peace: Leveraging the power of youth for peace and security' #PKDay
account_circle
António Guterres(@antonioguterres) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Ahead of Peacekeepers Day, I was delighted to speak with Sira, Carolina and Eric - three young peacekeepers driving positive change in the most difficult circumstances.

My deep gratitude to them and all United Nations peacekeepers who are .

account_circle
United Nations Nigeria(@UN_Nigeria) 's Twitter Profile Photo

'United Nations peacekeeping helps nurture peace in some of the world’s most dangerous places. Today and every day, we salute the dedication and bravery of our peacekeepers in helping societies turn away from war and towards a safer, more stable future'.António Guterres on

'@UN peacekeeping helps nurture peace in some of the world’s most dangerous places. Today and every day, we salute the dedication and bravery of our peacekeepers in helping societies turn away from war and towards a safer, more stable future'.@antonioguterres on #PKDay2021
account_circle
Edward Kallon(@EdwardKallon) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I am deeply saddened by the loss of a gallant officer, a patriot, the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Ibrahim Attahiru. My deepest sympathies go to his widow, Mrs Fati Attahiru and the entire family. May the soul of the departed rest in peace. Nigerian Army

I am deeply saddened by the loss of a gallant officer, a patriot, the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Ibrahim Attahiru. My deepest sympathies go to his widow, Mrs Fati Attahiru and the entire family. May the soul of the departed rest in peace. @HQNigerianArmy
account_circle
Edward Kallon(@EdwardKallon) 's Twitter Profile Photo

As the world marks the Int'l Day to End Obstetric Fistula today, I call on all Nigerians and all stakeholders to consider the plight of women & girls affected by obstetric fistula. Let's redouble our efforts to ending this condition. UNFPA Nigeria @UNFPA
urlzs.com/dQs55

As the world marks the Int'l Day to End Obstetric Fistula today, I call on all Nigerians and all stakeholders to consider the plight of women & girls affected by obstetric fistula. Let's redouble our efforts to ending this condition. @UNFPANigeria @UNFPA urlzs.com/dQs55
account_circle
Edward Kallon(@EdwardKallon) 's Twitter Profile Photo

As the world marks the Int'l Day of living together in peace today, I call on all Nigerians to devote their minds and thoughts; invest their talents, time and treasures; to conceiving and nurturing peace in the country. UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳 Amina J Mohammed Robert Piper

As the world marks the Int'l Day of living together in peace today, I call on all Nigerians to devote their minds and thoughts; invest their talents, time and treasures; to conceiving and nurturing peace in the country. @UNESCO @AminaJMohammed @UNPiper
account_circle
Edward Kallon(@EdwardKallon) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On this Int'l Day of Living Together in Peace, I urge every one in to be an advocate for peace. There is no peace without development, and there is no development without peace. We must act urgently & collectively to build a peaceful future. Amina J Mohammed Robert Piper

On this Int'l Day of Living Together in Peace, I urge every one in #Nigeria to be an advocate for peace. There is no peace without development, and there is no development without peace. We must act urgently & collectively to build a peaceful future. @AminaJMohammed @UNPiper
account_circle
United Nations Nigeria(@UN_Nigeria) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The United Nations Country Team in , at its annual retreat, reaffirmed its support to the development aspirations of Nigerian Gov't and the overall wellbeing of the Nigerian people. Details & more stories in United Nations_Nigeria
Newsletter for nigeria.un.org/en/126882-un-n…
Edward Kallon

The @UN Country Team in #Nigeria, at its annual retreat, reaffirmed its support to the development aspirations of Nigerian Gov't and the overall wellbeing of the Nigerian people. Details & more stories in @UN_Nigeria Newsletter for #April nigeria.un.org/en/126882-un-n… @EdwardKallon
account_circle
Edward Kallon(@EdwardKallon) 's Twitter Profile Photo

'Yesterday I presented the catalytic value of the Nigeria Humanitarian Fund in emergencies to the Belgian Government today, one of 's most committed donors. Your flexible funding is making a difference in this crisis & saving lives. Thank you. Belgium in Nigeria 🇧🇪🇳🇬'

'Yesterday I presented the catalytic value of the Nigeria Humanitarian Fund in emergencies to the @BelgianGov today, one of #Nigeria's most committed donors. Your flexible funding is making a difference in this crisis & saving lives. Thank you. #InvestInHumanity @BEinNigeria'
account_circle
Amina J Mohammed(@AminaJMohammed) 's Twitter Profile Photo

'This is my second chance,' said Blessing. She is a culinary student at a Spotlight Initiative-funded project that helps survivors of abuse learn a trade and gain financial independence—a key condition for breaking the cycle of violence. ➡️bit.ly/3nL2GBY

'This is my second chance,' said Blessing. She is a culinary student at a @GlobalSpotlight-funded project that helps survivors of abuse learn a trade and gain financial independence—a key condition for breaking the cycle of violence. ➡️bit.ly/3nL2GBY #WithHer #SDG8
account_circle
Edward Kallon(@EdwardKallon) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On behalf of the United Nations Nigeria, I extend condolences to the family of late Hajiya Aisha Alhassan, former Minister of Women Affairs, the government and people of . She was a great advocate of gender equality. May her soul rest in peace. Federal Ministry of Women Affairs Nigeria Dame Pauline K. Tallen OFR, KSG

On behalf of the @UN_Nigeria, I extend condolences to the family of late Hajiya Aisha Alhassan, former Minister of Women Affairs, the government and people of #Nigeria. She was a great advocate of gender equality. May her soul rest in peace. @FMWA_ng @PaulineKTallen
account_circle