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How Tinubu’s planned absence from 81st UNGA may hurt Nigeria’s push for global partnerships
For Nigeria, the annual United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is more than another item on the presidential calendar. It is read more How Tinubu’s planned absence from 81st UNGA may hurt Nigeria’s push for global…
Tinubu’s UNGA attendance uncertain as 24 officials line up for New York
President Bola Tinubu’s attendance at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York remains uncertain, read more Tinubu’s UNGA attendance uncertain as 24 officials line up for New York
Tinubu’s UNGA Absence Won’t Change Nigeria’s Role As Giant Of Africa – Aide
The presidential aide says Tinubu’s absence would not affect Nigeria’s role internationally, noting that the President is focusing on domestic issues. The post Tinubu’s UNGA Absence Won’t Change Nigeria’s Role As Giant…
Atiku’s aide questions Tinubu’s reported absence at UNGA
Media Adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has questioned reports that President Bola Tinubu will not The post Atiku’s aide questions Tinubu’s reported absence at UNGA appeared first on Tribune…
From Commitments to Action: Africa Social Impact Summit takes Africa’s financing agenda to UNGA 2026
At the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 2026) in New York, the Africa Social Impact Summit Global Action Forum will convene global leaders, investors, policymakers, development institutions, philanthropists,…
Shettima To Lead Nigeria’s Delegation To 81st UNGA
President Bola Tinubu has mandated Vice President Kashim Shettima to represent him and lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, UNGA, in New York, United States. According to…
Tinubu confirms absence from UNGA, asks Shettima To Lead Nigeria’s Delegation
After weeks of speculations, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confirmed that he would not be physically present at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, United States. The likely…
"Why has Tinubu repeatedly avoided UNGA since 2024?": Atiku asks
Atiku Abubakar demanded answers after Tinubu skips UNGA for the third year, raising questions about a US court case, $9m lobbying and an empty seat near Trump.
Breaking: Shettima leads Nigeria’s UNGA mission to New York
President Tinubu sent VP Shettima to lead Nigeria's delegation at the 81st UNGA in New York, with governors, ministers and key talks on global issues ahead.
Atiku questions Tinubu’s three consecutive UNGA absences
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has demanded an explanation from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his repeated absence from the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Reacting on Sunday through his Senior Special…
Evening recap: Shettima to lead UNGA delegation, OK movement demands apology from NDC, ex-Kogi gov dies, other top stories
President Tinubu has mandated VP Shettima to lead Nigeria’s UNGA delegation. Also, ex-Kogi Governor Ibrahim Idris has died, and APC won four by-elections. Read More:…
Nigeria’ll be adequately represented at UNGA despite Tinubu’s absence – Envoy
Nigeria’s envoy to the UN, Jimoh Ibrahim, has assured that the country will be adequately represented by VP Shettima at the 81st UNGA despite Tinubu’s abse Read More:…
‘A seat was secured but the President disappeared’, Atiku taunts Tinubu over UNGA absence
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has demanded a full explanation from President Bola Tinubu over his repeated absence from the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) In a statement issued on Sunday by his Senior…
UNGA 81: Nigeria Retains Front-Row Seat Despite Tinubu’s Absence — Jimoh Ibrahim
Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, has dismissed concerns over President Bola Tinubu’s absence from the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA),…
Tinubu, family can’t be arrested in the US during UNGA — Envoy, Ibrahim
Ambassador Ibrahim, who is also Chairman United Nations Committee on Budget and Administration said the Nigerian Mission in New York had not... The post Tinubu, family can’t be arrested in the US during UNGA — Envoy,…
UNGA: Tinubu Enjoys Unimpeded US Transit, Have No Case to Answer – Jimoh Ibrahim
Nigerian Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, says President Bola Tinubu and members of his family enjoy unimpeded transit and cannot be arrested in the United States while attending…
UN Adopts ‘Equal Earth’ Map, Corrects Distortion of Africa’s Size
164 countries back resolution, US votes against Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja and Dike Nwamaeze in Lagos The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at the weekend adopted a resolution promoting the wider use of
Bangladesh's Khalilur Rahman opens 81st UN General Assembly session in US
Dr. Khalilur Rahman opened the 81st UNGA session in New York on Sept 8, 2026, beginning his one-year presidency focused on restoring trust and transformation.
FG, US plan mining cooperation deal on sidelines of UNGA
Nigeria and the United States plan to sign a Memorandum of Understanding on mining cooperation on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in N Read More:…
Allegations Don’t Constitute Crime Tinubu, Family Cannot Be Arrested In US During UNGA —Jimoh Ibrahim
Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, has said President Bola Tinubu and members of his family are protected from arrest or restrictions on their movement in the United…
PHOTOS: Shettima off to New York for 81st UNGA
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has departed for the United Nations General Assembly in New York, United States. Nigeria’s number two citizen departed Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Sunday afternoon. The…
Four Nigerians conferred as honorary ambassadors at UNGA in New York
Four distinguished Nigerians have been conferred with honorary designations as Ambassadors of Humanitarian Affairs and Goodwill Ambassadors during a high-level side event on the margins of the ongoing 81st Session of…
Yusuff, Four Others Named UNGA Humanitarian, Goodwill Ambassadors
Five Nigerians have been conferred with honorary designations as Ambassadors of Humanitarian Affairs and Goodwill Ambassadors at a high-level global executive roundtable held on the margins of the 81st Session of the…
Atiku Demands Explanation For Tinubu’s Third Straight UNGA Absence
He said while Shettima could represent Nigeria, repeated delegation could not substitute for the President’s personal authority and visibility at a major international diplomatic gathering. The post Atiku Demands…
Tinubu’s UNGA absence: Nigeria adequately represented with Shettima-led delegation — Envoy
More than 60 per cent of those listed to speak at the ongoing 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly are being represented by either their vice presidents or foreign ministers, Nigeria’s Permanent…
Tinubu must explain third straight UNGA absence — Atiku
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has demanded an explanation from President Bola Tinubu over his third consecutive absence from the United Nations General Assembly, asking whether the…
UNGA Roundtable Commends Nigeria’s Climate Action, SDG Efforts
Nigeria has received commendation for its efforts in climate change governance, climate financing, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), primary healthcare and basic education at the High-Level Global Executive…
