Buhari Attends 77th United Nations General Assembly in New York
President Muhammadu Buhari has departed Abuja, Sunday, September 18, for New York, United States to attend the annual meeting of world leaders, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA77).
The theme for the 77th session which opened on Tuesday, September 13 is: “A watershed Moment: Transformative Solutions to Interlocking Challenges.”
Key topics of discussion at the UNGA this year include; the war in Ukraine, the energy crisis, climate action, ending the COVID-19 pandemic, and a special Transforming Education Summit.
President Buhari is billed to deliver the National Statement on the second day of the General Debates on Wednesday, September 21.
The President aside from his statement, will also participate in high level meetings and side events including the Nigeria International Economic Partnership Forum (NIEPF), convened by Nigeria in partnership with the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU); Strengthening Coordination through National Humanitarian Development Peace (NHDP)
President Buhari, while in New York will also hold strategic bilateral meetings with World Leaders, renowned investors and heads of multinational organisations.
The President has on his entourage the First Lady, Aisha Buhari, some Governors, Ministers and top government officials.
The President is expected back in the country on Monday, September 26.
