Vice President Shettima is to represent Nigeria at 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York as President Bola Tinubu says domestic issues needs urgent attention.
Consequently the President has directed the Vice President Kashim Shettima to represent Nigeria at the global summit which is scheduled to take place September 24-28, 2024.
The President’s Special Adviser on information and strategy Bayo Onanuga, released a statement saying that the president wants to focus his attention on pressing domestic issues, particularly in the aftermath of recent severe flooding.
President Tinubu, who returned from trips to China and the United Kingdom last Sunday, wants to address some of the country’s challenges, especially after the recent devastating flooding,” the statement reads.
Shettima will deliver Nigeria’s national statement, attend key events, and hold bilateral discussions during the week-long summit, which is .
The announcement also highlighted the president’s directive to limit Nigeria’s delegation to only essential personnel.
Femi Gbajabiamila, Tinubu’s chief of staff, noted that this move reflects the administration’s commitment to prudent resource management.
“Reducing the delegation is part of the administration’s commitment to ensure the prudent management of resources and reduce the cost of governance,” Gbajabiamila stated during a State House retreat.
Tinubu’s decision to prioritise domestic affairs over international engagements signals a focused approach towards addressing Nigeria’s internal challenges.
