President Bola Tinubu is set to speak at the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) scheduled for September 18-26, 2023. The UNGA will be presided over by His Excellency Dennis Francis of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.
During the General Assembly, heads of state will deliver their addresses, and President Tinubu is expected to highlight Nigeria’s efforts towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), addressing climate change, ensuring international peace and security, and addressing issues related to illicit financial flows and asset return. The goal is to encourage stronger international cooperation on these matters.
President Tinubu’s inaugural national statement on the floor of the UN headquarters is scheduled for September 19, making this his first appearance at the UNGA since assuming the presidency in May.