Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for New York, the United States, where he will represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
The week-long gathering of world leaders is scheduled to take place from today till Sunday, September 28.
According to an earlier statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications in the Office of the Vice President Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President will deliver Nigeria’s national statement during the high-level general debates and participate in several side events lined up for the assembly.
Shettima’s presence underscores Nigeria’s active engagement in global discourse at a time the UN is marking its 80th anniversary.
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A major highlight of Shettima’s itinerary is his expected announcement of Nigeria’s new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement.
The updated climate commitments are set to be unveiled during a special UN event on climate for Heads of State and Government, signaling Nigeria’s readiness to play a stronger role in tackling global environmental challenges.
The Vice President’s trip comes as President Tinubu continues to push Nigeria’s agenda on sustainable development, climate action, and global partnerships, with Shettima leading the delegation on his behalf at the landmark New York gathering.