The United International Peace and Governance Council (UNIPGC) has issued a formal public notice declaring that it has no affiliation with the United Nations (UN), seeking to end persistent speculation about its status.

The clarification comes as the organisation, formerly known as IPGC, accelerates its expansion across Africa, Europe, and North America.

A statement issued by Ambassador Jonathan Ojadah stated that the Council defined itself as an independent Civil Society Organisation and Non-Governmental Organisation.

It stressed that while it upholds and promotes the values of the United Nations, it is “not an entity, agency, or organ of the UN.”

The Council said the statement was prompted by growing public interest in its work and the need for accuracy in how it is referenced.

With the word “United” in its name, UNIPGC acknowledged that observers have occasionally conflated it with the UN system. Thursday’s notice, it said, is aimed at eliminating that confusion.

According to the release, UNIPGC operates through continental chapters formally registered in the United States, Germany, Canada, and several African nations.

These offices coordinate peace-building programs, governance advocacy, and community development projects that the Council says are aligned with global best practices.

A cornerstone of the organisation’s mandate is the promotion of Sustainable Development Goal 16, which focuses on Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.

The Council stated that its activities are designed to strengthen institutional transparency, expand civic participation, and advance conflict resolution at local and regional levels.

To broaden its diplomatic footprint, UNIPGC disclosed ongoing partnerships with established civil society groups, including the United Nations Association of Nigeria and the United Nations Association of Ghana.

The Council explained that these collaborations are meant to deepen engagement with initiatives that reflect UN ideals but do not confer any official UN representation.

In a move to further international cooperation, the notice confirmed that UNIPGC has entered into diplomatic relations with the International Organisation for Economic Development (IOED), an Intergovernmental Organisation (IGO).

The Council said the partnership will enhance its capacity for dialogue on economic and governance issues.

Addressing potential misunderstandings head-on, the public notice carried a direct disclaimer: “For the avoidance of doubt, UNIPGC is not an entity, agency, or organ of the United Nations, and has no authority to represent the United Nations in any capacity.”

The wording appears to respond to past instances where the Council’s name was mistakenly linked to the UN.

The Secretariat appealed to members of the public and media practitioners to use the organisation’s full and correct name — United International Peace and Governance Council (UNIPGC) — and to avoid shorthand references such as “United Nations” or “UN.”

It said the distinction is critical for accuracy, accountability, and public trust.

Observers of the international NGO sector say the notice reflects an effort by UNIPGC to professionalise its public image as its visibility grows.

With chapters now active across three continents, the Council has become a regular participant in forums on governance reform, youth empowerment, and peace education.

Analysts note that the revalidation also functions as a trust-building measure with current and prospective partners and donors.

By explicitly defining its legal standing, UNIPGC positions itself as a transparent NGO operating within international civil society norms, rather than as a quasi-governmental body with implied UN authority.

The Council’s track record includes high-level convenings, with the 3rd edition of its Global Leadership Investment Summit and Peace Awards (GLISPA) held last year at the House of Lords, British Parliament, London.

The event drew diplomats, policymakers, and civil society leaders from multiple countries.

Building on that momentum, the public notice announced an upcoming flagship event hosted by the UNIPGC Global Economic Development Council (GEDC).

The 4th Edition of the Global Leadership Investment Summit and Peace Awards (GLISPA UK 2026) is slated for London, UK, with a specific date to be announced soon.

In closing, the organisation reaffirmed its commitment to “transparency, accountability, and the advancement of global peace and good governance.”

For communities, stakeholders, and media engaging with its work, UNIPGC’s message was unambiguous: it champions UN principles, but it operates independently, under its own mandate and governance structure.