Shettima returns to Abuja after UNGA80, Germany engagement
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after representing President Bola Tinubu at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly and concluding strategic engagements in Germany.
His return was announced in a statement on Thursday.
During the week-long international engagement, the vice-president delivered Mr Tinubu’s national statement. Mr Shettima called for comprehensive UN reforms, championed Africa’s sovereignty over its $700 billion mineral resources, and strengthened strategic partnerships with the United Kingdom, Gates Foundation, and other international stakeholders.
Similarly, Mr Shettima met with the UN secretary-general António Guterres and secured his commendation for Nigeria’s bid for a permanent Security Council seat in another engagement.
“The vice president also showcased the country’s $200 billion energy transition opportunity to global investors.
“He also assured the Nigerian diaspora community of robust engagement in the President Tinubu administration’s policies and programmes before his engagements in Germany,” said the statement.
(NAN)
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