Nigeria has entered the global spotlight at the 80th United Nations General Assembly with a renewed push for reforms in the UN Security Council and the global financial system.
Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, arrived New York to deliver Nigeria’s national statement, attend high-level debates, and lead the country’s engagements at the week-long global summit.
At a briefing ahead of the opening session, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, restated Nigeria’s leadership role in championing a United Nations Global Convention on Taxation and Africa’s demand for at least two permanent seats on the UN Security Council, based on the Ezulwini Consensus.
He emphasied that Nigeria’s position reflects Africa’s common stance and strengthens the call for justice and equity in global governance.
While in New York, Vice President Shettima will also unveil Nigeria’s new climate commitments under the Paris Agreement, participate in the Global Champions’ Roundtable on Affordable Housing, and hold bilateral meetings with world leaders, including the Sudanese Prime Minister.
Governors and ministers on the delegation said Nigeria will use the platform to showcase investment opportunities in solid minerals, agriculture, technology, and skills-based education, positioning the country as Africa’s leading economy and an attractive destination for global investors.
Nigeria will also host “Nigeria Investment Day,” which will highlight key sectors driving the nation’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
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