Kebbi Governor Joins Nigeria’s Delegation to 81st UN General Assembly

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has joined Nigeria’s delegation to the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, United States.

Governor Idris is participating in Nigeria’s engagements alongside Vice President Kashim Shettima, who is representing President Bola Tinubu at the global gathering.

The governor’s participation was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Ahmed Idris.

The 81st UN General Assembly, which opened on September 8, 2026, is being held under the theme, “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All.”

The high-level meeting brings together world leaders and representatives of member states to discuss global issues, including sustainable development, climate action, peace and security, human rights, technological transformation and international cooperation.

According to the statement, Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Bianca Ojukwu, briefed members of the Nigerian delegation on the country’s planned meetings, engagements and commitments during the General Assembly.

Vice President Shettima is expected to deliver Nigeria’s national statement during the General Debate on Thursday, September 24.

Governor Idris is expected to use his participation to engage with global leaders, development partners, investors and international organisations, with the aim of attracting investment and strengthening partnerships that could support the development of Kebbi State.

He is also expected to participate in discussions on peace, security, sustainable development and investment, including activities surrounding the proposed Northwest Peace, Security and Development Framework, 2026–2030.

Other scheduled engagements include the SDG Roundtable Discussion 2026, Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting, African-Caribbean High-Level Interactive Dialogue and the Nigeria Investment Forum.

The statement said the participation of state governors and other Nigerian officials forms part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s engagement with international partners and promote investment, development cooperation and strategic partnerships.

Other governors attending the briefing included AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State, Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and Babagana Zulum of Borno State.

Also present were the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake; Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim; Minister of State for Budget and Economic Planning, Doris Uzoka-Anite; and Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Jimoh Ibrahim.

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