Tinubu shelves 79th UNGA for domestic challenges

The 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, United States, has been postponed by the President.

In order to concentrate on his home problems, he will not be attending the international event.

Vice President Kashim Shettima will read Nigeria's statement at the General Assembly.
"President Tinubu will not attend the 79th United Nations General Assembly session in New York this year," a statement from the president's spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, stated.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has been instructed by the President to head Nigeria's delegation.

"After his trip to China and the United Kingdom, President Tinubu returned to the country last Sunday. He wants to address some of the country's challenges and concentrate on domestic issues, particularly in light of the recent devastating flooding."Vice President Shettima at UNGA 79 will deliver Nigeria’s national statement to the General Assembly, attend important sideline events, and hold bilateral meetings.
According to the announcement, "The high-level General Debate will take place from Tuesday, September 24, through Saturday, September 28, 2024, with the theme 'Leaving no one behind: Acting together for the advancement of peace, sustainable development, and human dignity for present and future generations.'"

Nigerian companies and envoys are pitching the nation's many investment prospects to the General Assembly.

At a High-Level Roundtable on Sustainable Investments, Grants and Interventions held at Nigeria House in New York, international investors and donors were urged to support sustainable investments, grants, and interventions in the nation, according to a statement released by the information desk of the Nigeria Consulate in the United States by Mr. Tiamiyu Arobani.

As per the statement, government and enterprises alternated in showcasing the copious investment opportunities.
The announcement says, in part: "In his welcome speech, Nigeria's consul general in New York, Ambassador Abubakar Jidda, stated that Nigeria's advantageous location, wealth of resources, vibrant populace, and dedication to reforms made it an attractive destination for investors.

He continued, "Nigeria is not just an opportunity; it's a gateway to the future of trade and investment in Africa," noting that President Bola Tinubu's ongoing reforms are intended to foster an atmosphere that is conducive to investment.

"He urged attendees to use the roundtable discussions to establish collaborations that could result in game-changing initiatives in a number of industries, such as renewable energy, agriculture, infrastructure, technology, and healthcare."