Shettima departs Abuja for US to attend 79th UNGA
KUNLE SANNI
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for the United States to attend the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), an official spokesperson has revealed.
In a statement by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media and Communications, (Office of The Vice President) Vice President would be having a 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,”
The official said the meeting is scheduled to take place from September 24 to September 28, 2024.
He added that during the session, Shettima will deliver Nigeria’s national statement, participate in key meetings on the sidelines of the event, and engage in bilateral meetings.
President Bola Tinubu had directed the Vice President to lead the Nigerian delegation to the high-level global forum, while he focuses on addressing pressing domestic issues, including the recent devastating flood disaster.
