Nigeria’s newly appointed Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, has reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to resolving deep rooted grievances fueling insecurity across Nigeria and the wider West African region. Speaking after presenting his Letter of Credence to UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres in New York, Ibrahim said the administration is focused on tackling the root causes of religious conflicts and other persistent crises.
According to the envoy, President Tinubu believes that addressing long standing grievances is essential to strengthening peace, ility, and safety for citizens. He noted that Nigeria is actively seeking international cooperation to confront security threats both domestically and across the Sahel region, where inility continues to pose serious challenges.
Ibrahim described his appointment as coming at a critical time, marking Nigeria’s renewed diplomatic presence at the United Nations after more than two years without a substantive representative. He assured that Nigeria would work closely with global partners to address shared concerns and promote collective security.
The ambassador also emphasized Nigeria’s support for reforms within the United Nations, particularly the call for stronger African representation on the Security Council. He described the prospect of an African seat as a historic step that could significantly improve global peace and security outcomes.
On the economic front, Ibrahim highlighted President Tinubu’s reform agenda, acknowledging that while such measures may bring short term challenges, they are necessary for sustainable growth and long term ility. He added that Nigeria would continue to advocate for international tax reforms, climate action, and stronger multilateral cooperation.
Reaffirming Nigeria’s global role, Ibrahim stated that the country remains committed to advancing the core goals of the United Nations while promoting peace as a foundation for economic development and global prosperity.
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