Shettima Urges ECOWAS to Enhance Regional Unity at UNGA
During a meeting in New York, United States, at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Vice President Kashim Shettima urged the new leadership of the ECOWAS Commission, headed by General Birame Diop (rtd), to prioritize regional unity and integration. He emphasized the need for building friendships and implementing impactful programs for the sub-region's populace.
Shettima specifically called for serious private sector participation in the Lagos-Abidjan highway project. He congratulated General Diop on his election, acknowledging the challenges faced by the commission and the necessity for synergy among leaders in the sub-region.
Shettima assured Diop of Nigeria's ongoing support, stating that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to advancing ECOWAS's transformation and the region's progress. Diop praised Nigeria's historical role in ECOWAS and highlighted the need for cooperation among member states to address insecurity and development challenges.
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