Nigeria has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering stronger worldwide partnerships and deepening relations with member states of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the United Nations Basic Meeting.
Vice President Kashim Shettima who’s representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the ongoing international occasion said this at a high-level OACPS assembly chaired by Angola.
In an announcement by the Senior Particular Assistant to The President on Media & Communications (Workplace of The Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha on Tuesday, mentioned reiterating the significance of solidarity amongst member states within the face of quite a few international challenges, the Vice President emphasised Nigeria’s dedication to the organisation’s objectives whereas addressing urgent nationwide issues.
He mentioned “Nigeria stays a principal companion of OACPS, championing our shared values of democracy, diaspora engagement, and growth.”
“Our presence right here on the UN Basic Meeting permits us to amplify these priorities on the worldwide stage and discover avenues for deeper collaboration.”
Senator Shettima used the chance to handle Nigeria’s current inclusion on a high-risk jurisdiction listing for anti-money laundering issues, saying “We’re right here to set the file straight and have interaction in constructive dialogue with our worldwide companions.”
The VP reaffirmed Nigeria’s help for OACPS initiatives, together with the organisation’s deal with Haiti’s ongoing disaster. Whereas acknowledging Kenya’s contribution of 400 troops to Haiti, he highlighted Nigeria’s historic function in South-South cooperation.
“Our technical help corps programme, which has despatched academics and docs to the Caribbean, exemplifies Nigeria’s dedication to uplifting fellow OACPS nations,” Vice President Shettima added.
VP Shettima outlined Nigeria’s technique to leverage its place as Africa’s most populous nation to advocate for OACPS pursuits, promote honest therapy in worldwide monetary programs, and strengthen ties with each growing and developed nations.
“We’re representing Nigeria’s pursuits whereas additionally championing the collective voice of the OACPS. President Tinubu’s imaginative and prescient for Nigeria aligns intently with the OACPS agenda. In right this moment’s interconnected world, our success is intertwined with that of our companion nations,” VP Shettima emphasised.
Earlier, the Secretary-Basic of OACPS, Georges Rebelo Pinto Chikoti, lauded Nigeria as “a motor of the OACPS and an essential member state.”
Chikoti famous that the assembly aimed to strengthen cooperation with Nigeria and expressed gratitude for the nation’s vital contributions.
The Secretary-Basic expressed confidence within the UN’s involvement and dedication to supporting member states dealing with numerous challenges.
He additionally reiterated the significance of strengthening partnerships between OACPS member states and the European Union, specializing in essential collaborations in areas akin to surroundings, infrastructure, schooling, and enterprise growth.
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