Vice President Kashim Shettima has left Abuja for the United States to participate in the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
A statement from Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications (Office of the Vice President), noted that Shettima’s departure was at the directive of President Bola Tinubu.
President Tinubu instructed the Vice President to lead the Nigerian delegation at the high-level global forum while he focuses on addressing urgent domestic matters, including the recent devastating flood disaster.
During the session, Vice President Shettima will deliver Nigeria’s national statement, participate in key meetings on the sidelines of the event, and engage in bilateral discussions.
The high-level General Debate themed, “Leaving no One Behind: Acting Together for the Advancement of Peace, Sustainable Development and Human Dignity for Present and Future Generations,” is scheduled to take place from September 24 to September 28, 2024.