VP Shettima leads Nigeria's delegation to 81st UNGA in New York representing President Tinubu

Vice President Kashim Shettima is leading Nigeria's delegation to the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York from September 22-28, 2026, representing President Bola Tinubu. This was confirmed by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of the Vice President). The delegation includes Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, federal ministers and other senior government officials.

The UNGA General Debate runs under the theme 'Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all.' During the week, Shettima will deliver Nigeria's national statement outlining the country's position on major global issues with implications for national development, peace and security, economic growth and international cooperation. He will also participate in high-level meetings on the Right to Development, climate action and other strategic issues for Nigeria and Africa, plus bilateral talks with world leaders and development partners.

Nkwocha stated these engagements will advance President Tinubu's economic diplomacy, deepen strategic partnerships and strengthen Nigeria's voice on reform of the global financial architecture, sustainable development, climate finance and multilateral cooperation. Shettima is expected to return to Nigeria after concluding his UNGA engagements.

With Nigeria's delegation focusing on issues like climate finance and global financial reform that directly affect national priorities, what specific outcomes should citizens expect from these UNGA discussions that could impact domestic policies on energy transition, debt relief or sustainable development initiatives?

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/09/20/shettima-to-lead-nigerias-delegation-to-2026-unga/