President Buhari has departed Nigeria for New York where he will
participate in the 73rd Session of United Nations General Assembly
(UNGA73) which officially opened September 18, 2018.
The theme for this year’s Session is: “Making the United Nations
relevant to all People: Global Leadership and Shared Responsibilities
for Peaceful, Equitable and Sustainable Societies.”
The highpoint of President Buhari’s participation will be his address on
Tuesday September 25th to the General Assembly on the opening day of
the General Debate.
The President’s presentation of Nigeria’s National Statement is
expected to reaffirm the nation’s commitment to international peace and
security; sustainable socio-economic development; disarmament and
denuclearisation; youth and women empowerment; climate change; rule of
law and human rights; among others.
He is accompanied by his wife, Aisha Buhari.
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