Tinubu Becomes First Nigerian President to Receive UN Budget

President Bola Tinubu has made history as the first Nigerian President to receive the proposed United Nations budget for 2027. The presentation occurred at the State House in Abuja, where Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Jimoh Ibrahim, delivered the seven-volume document.

Ibrahim, who chairs the UN committee responsible for budgetary and administrative matters, noted that this was the first time in 66 years that a Nigerian president had received the proposed UN budget through this process. The proposed budget includes approximately $3.4 billion for regular activities and $8.5 billion for peacekeeping operations, totaling about $14 billion, although the figures cited add up to $11.9 billion.

Ibrahim emphasized that the document is still a proposal and requires approval from UN member states before final figures and spending can commence. He also mentioned ongoing discussions regarding potential support for Nigeria from the UN.