VP Shettima on his way to the airport enroute the US for the 79th Session of UNGA
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Sunday departed Abuja for the United States to attend the 79thSession of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
It would be recalled that 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.
During the session, Vice President Shettima will deliver Nigeria’s national statement, participate in key meetings on the sidelines of the event, and engage in bilateral meetings.
The 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,” is scheduled to take place from September 24 to September 28, 2024.
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