Former UN Chief Kofi Annan Dies At 80

Date:

Annan was the first black African to take up the role of the world’s top diplomat, serving from 1997 to 2006.

Former United Nations secretary-general and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kofi Annan has died at the age of 80 on Saturday (August 18).

He “passed away peacefully on Saturday after a short illness”, the Kofi Annan Foundation said on Saturday.

In a statement posted on Twitter, the Kofi Annan Foundation and Mr Annan’s family announced that the Nobel Laureate passed away after a short illness.

“His wife Nane and their children Ama, Kojo and Nina were by his side during his last days,” read the statement.

Annan was the first black African to take up the role of the world’s top diplomat, serving from 1997 to 2006.

He later served as the UN special envoy for Syria, leading efforts to find a peaceful solution to the conflict.

In a statement announcing his death, the Kofi Annan Foundation described him as a “global statesman and deeply committed internationalist who fought throughout his life for a fairer and more peaceful world”.

“Wherever there was suffering or need, he reached out and touched many people with his deep compassion and empathy. He selflessly placed others first, radiating genuine kindness, warmth and brilliance in all he did.” — Agencies

theclarionindia
theclarionindiahttps://clarionindia.net
Clarion India - News, Views and Insights about Indian Muslims, Dalits, Minorities, Women and Other Marginalised and Dispossessed Communities.

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

Share post:

Subscribe

spot_imgspot_img

Popular

More like this
Related

Centre for Policy Research Faces Tax Demand of Rs 10.16 Crore; Chief Executive to Resign

The think tank grapples with financial blow as tax...

UP: No Attempted Murder Charge, But 3 Get Jail Terms for Attack on Labourers 

Rampur court verdict raises debate over intent and justice...

Rift in Samajwadi Party’s Muslim Leadership Comes to the Fore

Discontent among SP's Muslim leaders surfaces as Azam Khan...