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.
Idris is participating in Nigeria’s engagements at the global gathering alongside Vice President Kashim Shettima, who is representing President Bola Tinubu at the assembly.
The Punch reported that 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 commenced on September 8, is being held under the theme, “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All.”
The gathering brings together leaders and representatives from member states to deliberate on issues including sustainable development, climate action, peace and security, human rights, technological transformation and multilateral cooperation.
The statement quoted the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu, as outlining Nigeria’s planned meetings, engagements and commitments during the assembly at a briefing attended by members of the Nigerian delegation.
According to the statement, Shettima is scheduled to deliver Nigeria’s national statement during the General Debate on Thursday, September 24.
It added that Idris’ participation would provide an avenue for Kebbi State to engage with global leaders, development partners, investors and international organisations, particularly in attracting investment and strengthening partnerships.
“Governor Nasir Idris’s participation provides an opportunity for Kebbi State to engage with global leaders, development partners, investors and international organisations, with particular attention to attracting investment and strengthening partnerships that can contribute to the state’s development,” the statement partly read.
The governor is also expected to take part in discussions on peace, security, sustainable development and investment, including activities linked to the proposed launch of the Northwest Peace, Security and Development Framework, 2026–2030.
Other engagements listed 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 formed part of efforts to deepen the country’s engagement with international partners while promoting investment, development cooperation and strategic partnerships.
Other governors at the briefing were AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara, Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa, Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers and Babagana Zulum of Borno states.
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.
