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VP SHETTIMA DEPARTS ABUJA FOR U. S, TO ATTEND 79TH UNGA. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE


VP Shettima Departs Abuja For US To Attend 79th UNGA


At the behest of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for the United States to attend the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).


It would be recalled that President 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.


Stanley Nkwocha

Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media & Communications

(Office of The Vice President)

22nd September, 2024.



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