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09/24/2004:

"Nigerian President Says Focus on Darfur is Key"

Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo is urging the international community to stay focused on the crisis in Sudan's Darfur region. Mr. Obasanjo's comments came in his speech to the 59th U.N. General Assembly debate. The Nigerian leader will also brief a special Security Council meeting on Darfur.

In his General Assembly address, President Obasanjo praised the United Nations for its commitment to resolving conflict and keeping peace in Africa. But he said more must be done to upgrade and enhance the eight U.N. peacekeeping operations on the continent.

Full Article : chosun.com