US-Iran Peace Deal: Olawepo-Hashim Says Middle East Stability Essential To Global Security, Economy

US-Iran Peace Deal: Olawepo-Hashim Says Middle East Stability Essential To Global Security, Economy

By Chibuzo Ukaibe, Abuja

The presidential candidate of the Accord Party, 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.

Speaking during a brief visit to Dakar, Senegal, Olawepo-Hashim, who is the Co-Chairman of the Movement for Democratic Renewal (MDR), commended the governments and international partners whose diplomatic efforts helped create the conditions for dialogue and the peaceful resolution of tensions, according to a statement issued by his media office on Thursday.

“I welcome the agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the conflict and restoring stability in the Middle East,” the statement quoted him as saying.

“I commend President Donald Trump, the governments of Iran, Qatar, and Pakistan, alongside other international partners whose efforts helped create the conditions for peace,” he added.

Olawepo-Hashim, an energy executive and recipient of the Lord Max Berlof Prize for Global Affairs in 2009, noted that diplomacy has once again demonstrated its value as the most effective tool for resolving complex international disputes at a time of increasing global uncertainty.

According to him, stability in the Middle East has implications far beyond the region, affecting global security, energy markets, international trade, investment flows, and economic growth.

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

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

The Accord Party presidential candidate stressed that Nigeria and the African continent have a significant stake in a peaceful and predictable international order. He urged nations to continue supporting initiatives that promote dialogue, cooperation, and mutual understanding as pathways to lasting peace.

“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.

The presidential candidate expressed optimism that the agreement would contribute to reducing tensions in the Middle East and strengthening international efforts toward peaceful coexistence, economic stability, and shared prosperity.