Tinubu May Skip UN General Assembly in New York
President Bola Tinubu may not travel to New York for the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), as reported by a source close to the Presidency. This announcement contradicts earlier statements made by Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, who had confirmed Tinubu's attendance and mentioned plans to discuss regional issues.
A provisional speaking schedule had listed Tinubu as the 10th speaker for the morning session on September 23. The UNGA opened on September 8, with the high-level General Debate scheduled from September 22 to 28.
If Tinubu does not attend, Vice President Kashim Shettima is expected to represent Nigeria, having previously done so at the 79th and 80th sessions. Tinubu attended the 78th UNGA in 2023.
The change in plans comes after Tinubu's recent international engagements, including a three-week annual leave during which he visited London and France, where he met with French President Emmanuel Macron.
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