UN chief calls on Nigeria to lead Africa’s global reform efforts
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has encouraged Nigeria to take the lead in Africa’s push for a reformed global order. He praised Nigeria’s demographic strength, democratic stability, and resource base as key factors for continental leadership. Guterres also commended Nigeria’s economic reforms and its role in stabilising the Sahel and ECOWAS regions. Vice President Kashim Shettima reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to multilateralism and called for greater African representation in global decision-making.
What we know
- António Guterres urged Nigeria to spearhead Africa’s quest for a restructured global order.
- He highlighted Nigeria’s large population, sustained democratic governance, and vast resources as advantages.
- The UN chief praised Nigeria’s economic reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and its leadership in regional stability.
- Kashim Shettima thanked Guterres for his leadership and reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to multilateralism.
- Both leaders agreed to deepen cooperation, with the UN supporting Nigeria’s reform agenda and leadership in Africa.
