Funmi OgundareVice-Chancellor of Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Prof. Afolarin Ojewole, has urged young people to take greater responsibility for advancing peace, sustainable development and the protection of human rights. Ojewole stated this on Monday while declaring open the 10th session of the Babcock International Model United Nations (BIMUN), held at the institution with over 450 delegates from 22 countries in attendance. Describing BIMUN as a vital platform for promoting peace-building and sustainable development, the vice-chancellor urged participants to seize the opportunity to become leaders of integrity and vision. Citing the UN Security Council Resolution 2250 on Youth, Peace and Security, she emphasised the central role of young people in fostering peace. This year we brought delegates from across 21 countries into the same committee structures used at the United Nations,” Chiemela said.