80th UN General Assembly: 10 Key Takeaways from Nigeria’s National Statement
- The Presidency has released the 10 key takeaways in Nigeria’s national statement at the 80th UN General Assembly
- Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, highlighted Nigeria’s national statement
- The State House highlighted Shettima's speech of Nigeria’s national statement and video of the speech
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New York, United States - Vice President Kashim Shettima delivered 10 key takeaways in Nigeria’s national statement at the 80th UN General Assembly in New York, United States.
Shettima delivered a compelling message on global reform, economic justice, and Africa’s rightful place in the world.
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Shettima represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the world leaders' gathering.
The Presidency highlighted the 10 Key takeaways from Nigeria’s national statement delivered by Shettima.
The 10 key takeaways were shared via the Presidency X handle @NGRPresident on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
1. Call for UN Reform
Nigeria insisted that Africa deserves a permanent seat on the UN Security Council to ensure fairness, relevance, and global balance.
2. Sovereign Debt Relief Mechanism
President Tinubu proposed the establishment of an International Court of Justice to address sovereign debt.
3. Harnessing Africa’s Mineral Wealth
Nigeria stressed that African nations must secure fair value from their abundant mineral resources through ownership.
4. The Palestinian Question
Reiterating its longstanding position, Nigeria called for a two-state solution as the most dignified and sustainable pathway to peace in the Middle East.
5. Security and Counterterrorism
Nigeria highlighted the urgency of tracking the flow of weapons, funds, and fighters fueling conflict.
6. Commitment to Multilateralism
President Tinubu underscored Nigeria’s renewed commitment to multilateralism as the most effective framework for addressing global challenges of peace, development, and human rights.
7. Digital Inclusion
Nigeria has called for a global initiative to close the digital divide, declaring that “A.I. must stand for Africa Included” to ensure that no continent is left behind in the digital revolution.
8. Economic Reforms and Market Confidence
Nigeria showcased the results of ongoing economic reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Shettima delivered a compelling message on global reform, economic justice, and Africa’s rightful place in the world.
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9. Climate Change and SDGs
Nigeria urged the UN to prioritise climate finance and resource allocation for action on climate change.
10. Peace and Stability in Africa
Nigeria welcomed international support for peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo..
Tinubu to address world leaders at 80th UNGA
Recall that the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) commenced in New York, United States.
The high-level general debate at the 80th UNGA session will commence on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
President Tinubu of Nigeria is expected to speak before world leaders during one of the sessions.
Tinubu directs Shettima to lead Nigeria's delegation
In a previous story, Legit.ng reported that Tinubu directed Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 80th UN General Assembly in New York, held from 22–28 September 2025
Shettima will deliver Nigeria’s national statement on 24 September and announce new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) at a UN climate summit.
The Vice President will also attend a housing roundtable, bilateral meetings, and later travel to Frankfurt, Germany, for talks with Deutsche Bank officials.
Source: Legit.ng
