Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in New York to represent President Bola Tinubu and lead Nigeria's delegation to the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly. The Vice President's engagements will be guided by Nigeria's national interest and commitment to multilateralism. He emphasized the need for global institutions to reflect contemporary economic and demographic realities. Shettima's message is clear: Nigeria believes in multilateralism, but global institutions must become more representative, equitable, and responsive.
The Vice President's visit is significant as he will deliver Nigeria's national statement during the General Debate, outlining the country's position on major international issues. These issues include peace and security, development, economic growth, and global cooperation. Shettima will also participate in high-level meetings and hold bilateral engagements with world leaders, international organisations, and development partners. The meetings will take place on the sidelines of the General Assembly.
Shettima arrived in New York with a delegation of senior government officials. They include Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and Minister of State for Budget and Economic Planning, Doris Uzoka-Anite. Other officials who accompanied him include the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hadejia, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu. Nigeria's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Jimoh Ibrahim, also received Shettima.
The Nigerian delegation will push for reform of international financial architecture, sustainable development, and climate finance. They will also advocate for technology access and stronger representation for Africa in global decision-making. These issues are crucial to Nigeria's national interest and development. The country's engagements at the UNGA will reinforce its positions on these matters.
President Bola Tinubu has consistently advocated for reforms of global institutions. He believes that these institutions must reflect contemporary economic and demographic realities. The President's call for a global system that gives developing countries a stronger voice and a fairer opportunity to prosper will be advanced by Shettima. The Vice President will engage partners firmly from the standpoint of Nigeria's national interest.
The 81st Session of the UNGA brings together world leaders to discuss pressing global issues. The session provides a platform for countries to share their perspectives and priorities. Nigeria's participation is crucial as the country seeks to contribute to global decision-making. The country's delegation will engage in high-level meetings and bilateral engagements to advance its interests.
Nigeria's participation in the UNGA demonstrates its commitment to multilateralism and global cooperation. The country's engagements will be guided by its national interest and commitment to promoting peace, security, and development. The Vice President's visit to New York will be an opportunity for Nigeria to reinforce its positions on key global issues.
Key points
- Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima leads delegation to 81st UNGA to push for global institutional reforms.
- The Nigerian delegation will advocate for reform of international financial architecture, sustainable development, and climate finance.
- President Bola Tinubu's call for a global system that gives developing countries a stronger voice will be advanced by Shettima.
