- Safiu Kehinde
The United Nations has on Thursday observed the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks on the U.S.
Stéphane Dujarric, the UN spokesperson, reaffirmed organisation’s enduring solidarity with the people of New York, the city where it has been headquartered for nearly 80 years.
The attacks on the twin towers of the World Trade Centre in downtown Manhattan claimed nearly 3,000 lives from over 90 countries and left thousands more injured.
Decades later, survivors and first responders continue to face long-term health challenges, including respiratory illnesses, cancer and mental health struggles.
“New York has hosted the United Nations for 80 years and has been the home to many of our colleagues, as well as to diplomats, staff, and of course all the Secretaries-General.
“We continue to stand in solidarity with the people of New York, as we did 24 years ago,” Stéphane Dujarric said.
On his part, the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, expressed his thoughts with those who lost their loved ones during the attack.
“New York City has hosted our UN Headquarters for decades and is the place many colleagues call home, so do I,
“Today, my thoughts are with everyone who lost loved ones on 9/11, and with all the people of New York City,” Guterres said in a social media post.
The UN emphasised its ongoing commitment to commemorate the worst terror attack in the U.S. history.
It pledged to continue honouring the victims and supporting New Yorkers as the city continues its journey of resilience and healing.