President Bola Tinubu will return to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York this September after a two-year absence, with Nigeria expected to use the global gathering to push for stronger international cooperation on border security across West Africa.
Tinubu was represented at the last two annual sessions of the UN General Assembly by Vice President Kashim Shettima.
Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, disclosed the President’s planned attendance after meeting with Tinubu at the State House in Abuja.
According to Ibrahim, the President has confirmed that he will personally attend the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, where Nigeria will present key national and regional priorities before world leaders.
He said Nigeria’s major focus will be seeking international support for enhanced border policing across West Africa to address growing security challenges in the region.
Ibrahim added that beyond security, the Nigerian delegation will also engage global partners on critical issues including energy, education and healthcare, as the country seeks stronger international collaboration to drive development and regional stability.
The ambassador said the UN General Assembly provides an important platform for Nigeria to strengthen diplomatic ties and advance discussions on issues of national and continental importance.
