Evening recap: Shettima to lead UNGA delegation, OK movement demands apology from NDC, ex-Kogi gov dies, other top stories

President Bola Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria's delegation to the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York. Shettima will head a high-level delegation that includes Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, ministers, and other senior government officials.

The 81st UNGA General Debate will take place from September 22 to 28, 2026, under the theme "Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all." Shettima will deliver Nigeria's national statement, outlining the country's position and priorities on major global issues.

Former Kogi State Governor Alhaji Ibrahim Idris has died in the United Kingdom at the age of 77, according to Punch. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has demanded a full explanation from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his absence from the United Nations General Assembly for the third consecutive year, Atiku's spokesperson Phrank Shaibu said.

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