Nigeria, March 26 -- The motion, championed by Ghana, secured overwhelming backing with 123 votes in favour. However, Argentina, Israel, and the United States opposed it, while 52 countries abstained.

The resolution forms part of activities marking the Second International Decade for People of African Descent, as well as the African Union's Decade of Reparations, both aimed at addressing the enduring scars of slavery.

Speaking ahead of the vote, Ghana's President, John Mahama, addressed the assembly on behalf of the 54-nation African Group-the largest bloc within the UN.

"Today, we come together in solemn solidarity to affirm truth and pursue a route to healing and reparative justice," Mahama said.

The resolution revisits a dark chap...