Hashim welcomes US-Iran peace deal, urges sustained diplomacy

Presidential candidate of the Accord Party in the last general election, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has welcomed the agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending hostilities and restoring stability in the Middle East.

Hashim, who is also Co-Chairman of the Movement for Democratic Renewal (MDR), made the remarks during a short visit to Dakar, Senegal.

He commended the governments and international partners whose diplomatic engagements contributed to creating conditions for dialogue and peaceful resolution of tensions in the region.

“I welcome the agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the conflict and restoring stability to the Middle East,” he said.

Hashim also acknowledged the roles played by U.S. President Donald Trump, as well as the governments of Iran, Qatar and Pakistan in supporting efforts that led to the agreement.

According to him, the development underscores the importance of diplomacy in resolving complex international disputes at a time of growing global uncertainty.

The former presidential candidate, who is also an energy executive with experience in international affairs, said peace and stability in the Middle East remain critical not only for the region but for the global economy.

“Stability in the Middle East is important not only for the region, but also for global security, energy markets, trade and economic development,” he said.

“The world’s economies are interconnected, and disruptions in one region often create consequences across continents.”

Hashim noted that Nigeria and the African continent stand to benefit from a peaceful and predictable international order and called on nations to continue supporting dialogue and cooperation.

“A peaceful international environment creates better opportunities for development. Nigeria and Africa must continue to support efforts that advance peace, cooperation and stability among nations,” he added.

He expressed optimism that the agreement would help reduce tensions in the Middle East and strengthen global efforts toward peaceful coexistence, economic stability and shared prosperity.