PanNigerianNews 
United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has celebrated the achievements and contributions of people of African descent across the world.
Guterres, in a video message on Tuesday, called for more action to end racism and discrimination against the black race.
The UN chief, who made the call while addressing the Permanent Forum of African Descent, acknowledged existing racial discrimination and inequalities black people are facing.
He said the establishment of the Permanent Forum shows a dedication from the international community to address such injustices, noting that it needed to be backed by significant change for people of African descent globally.
“Now, we must build on that momentum to drive meaningful change – by ensuring that people of African descent enjoy the full and equal realisation of their human rights.
“Also by stepping up efforts to eliminate racism and discrimination – including through reparations, and by taking steps towards the full inclusion of people of African descent in society as equal citizens,” Guterres said.
