President Muhammadu Buhari will leave Abuja Sunday, September 17, for New York where he is expected to join other world leaders at the 72nd Session of the United Nations General Assembly
(UNGA 72).
This was contained in a statement issued by Femi
Adesina, the president’s spokesperson, on Friday,
September 15. In the statement obtained by NAIJ.com , Adesina
said the high point of the president’s visit would be his participation in the general debate during which he will deliver the Nigeria’s National Statement.
The theme for this year’s Debate is Focusing on People: Striving for Peace and a Decent Life for All
on a Sustainable Planet and President Buhari will
join other world leaders at the welcoming reception
to be hosted by the UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres. He would also hold a bilateral meeting with the UN scribe.
“Equally, the Nigerian leader will hold a lunch meeting with President Donald Trump of the United States of America, along with other world leaders.
“During the General Assembly, Nigeria will participate in high level meetings on ‘Prevention of
Sexual Exploitation and Abuse: Building Momentum for Change,’ the Commonwealth Heads of
Government Meeting, a High Level Event organized by the African Union under its Theme of the Year:
‘Roadmap on the Demographic Dividend: from Commitment to Action,’ among others.
“At the events, President Buhari and members of
his delegation will strive to project Nigeria as a strong moral force and responsible member of the
international community.
“Nigeria’s commitment to global peace, security and development will also be reaffirmed and where
necessary, the need for increased international cooperation in the fight against corruption.
“Other priorities for the Nigerian delegation at UNGA 72 include strengthening human rights
institutions; the rule of law; support for Internally
Displaced Persons (IDPs) as a result of terrorist
acts and recent flooding, and mitigating the effects
of Climate Change.
“The Nigerian delegation will also canvass the support of UN member states for the Buhari
Administration’s efforts towards combatting illicit financial flows in order to foster sustainable
development.
“The president will be accompanied by the
governors of Zamfara, Ebonyi and Ondo States, and key cabinet ministers.
“President Buhari will also travel through London on his
way back to the country".
(UNGA 72).
This was contained in a statement issued by Femi
Adesina, the president’s spokesperson, on Friday,
September 15. In the statement obtained by NAIJ.com , Adesina
said the high point of the president’s visit would be his participation in the general debate during which he will deliver the Nigeria’s National Statement.
The theme for this year’s Debate is Focusing on People: Striving for Peace and a Decent Life for All
on a Sustainable Planet and President Buhari will
join other world leaders at the welcoming reception
to be hosted by the UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres. He would also hold a bilateral meeting with the UN scribe.
“Equally, the Nigerian leader will hold a lunch meeting with President Donald Trump of the United States of America, along with other world leaders.
“During the General Assembly, Nigeria will participate in high level meetings on ‘Prevention of
Sexual Exploitation and Abuse: Building Momentum for Change,’ the Commonwealth Heads of
Government Meeting, a High Level Event organized by the African Union under its Theme of the Year:
‘Roadmap on the Demographic Dividend: from Commitment to Action,’ among others.
“At the events, President Buhari and members of
his delegation will strive to project Nigeria as a strong moral force and responsible member of the
international community.
“Nigeria’s commitment to global peace, security and development will also be reaffirmed and where
necessary, the need for increased international cooperation in the fight against corruption.
“Other priorities for the Nigerian delegation at UNGA 72 include strengthening human rights
institutions; the rule of law; support for Internally
Displaced Persons (IDPs) as a result of terrorist
acts and recent flooding, and mitigating the effects
of Climate Change.
“The Nigerian delegation will also canvass the support of UN member states for the Buhari
Administration’s efforts towards combatting illicit financial flows in order to foster sustainable
development.
“The president will be accompanied by the
governors of Zamfara, Ebonyi and Ondo States, and key cabinet ministers.
“President Buhari will also travel through London on his
way back to the country".
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