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Nigeria’s newly appointed Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, has expressed President Bola Tinubu’s determination to tackle the long-standing grievances that contribute to insecurity both within Nigeria and across the broader region.
Following the presentation of his Letter of Credence to UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the UN headquarters in New York, Ibrahim highlighted that President Tinubu views his presence at the UN as a pivotal step toward addressing critical security concerns on both national and international levels.
Ibrahim explained that Tinubu’s administration is committed to resolving religious conflicts and other crises that stem from historical grievances. He emphasised that addressing these issues is essential to strengthening peace and ensuring the safety of citizens in Nigeria and beyond.
“The resolution of these grievances is critical to strengthening peace and safety for everyone,” Ibrahim said.
Nigeria’s active diplomatic presence at the UN, which had been absent for over two years, is being renewed at a crucial time for the country.
Ibrahim reaffirmed the country’s commitment to multilateral cooperation, particularly in addressing the security challenges in the Sahel and the wider West African region. He pointed out that the foundation of security in both Nigeria and the region hinges on resolving domestic and regional instability.
During his address, Ibrahim also reaffirmed Nigeria’s support for UN reforms and advocated for a stronger African presence on the UN Security Council. He remarked that a permanent African seat on the Council would be a historic achievement and a step toward enhancing global collective security.
The ambassador also highlighted Nigeria’s economic reforms under President Tinubu, noting that while the country faces short-term challenges, its long-term growth prospects are promising.
“All reforms in the short run come with one form of pain or the other, but the results have been remarkable,” Ibrahim said, underscoring the importance of economic stability to security, particularly in global trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz.
At the event, UN Secretary-General Guterres recognised Nigeria’s importance in strengthening multilateralism, and Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed welcomed Ibrahim’s appointment, noting that Nigeria’s absence at the UN had been keenly felt.
The Nigerian ambassador was accompanied by key diplomats and military officials, further emphasising the country’s renewed engagement with the international community.
Since joining the United Nations in 1960, just days after gaining independence, Nigeria has become a key player in UN peacekeeping missions and has been a vocal advocate for Africa’s interests, especially in pushing for UN reforms and a permanent seat on the Security Council.
