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Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in New York, United States, to represent President Bola Tinubu and lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Shettima is expected to coordinate Nigeria’s participation at the global gathering, where discussions will focus on international cooperation, economic development, global governance and reforms to multilateral institutions.
The Vice President said Nigeria’s engagements at UNGA 81 will be guided by the country’s national interest and its commitment to multilateralism, while advancing President Tinubu’s call for reforms that reflect current global realities.
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“Our message in New York is clear: Nigeria believes in multilateralism, but the institutions that govern our world must become more representative, equitable and responsive to the realities of today,” Shettima said.
He added that Nigeria would engage with international partners from the standpoint of its national priorities while supporting reforms that give developing countries greater participation in global decision-making.
“We will engage our partners firmly from the standpoint of Nigeria’s national interest, while advancing President Tinubu’s call for a global system that gives developing countries a stronger voice and a fairer opportunity to prosper,” he said.
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Nigeria’s delegation to the annual UN gathering is expected to participate in high-level meetings involving world leaders, government representatives, development partners and international organisations.
The 81st UN General Assembly provides a platform for countries to discuss global challenges and negotiate responses on issues ranging from peace and security to economic growth, climate action and development.
Shettima’s participation comes as Nigeria continues to advocate for a greater role for African countries in global institutions and decision-making structures.
