Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering stronger international 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 General Assembly.<\/p>\n
Vice President Kashim Shettima who is representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the ongoing global event stated this at a high-level OACPS meeting chaired by Angola.<\/p>\n
Reiterating the importance of solidarity among member states in the face of numerous global challenges, the Vice President in a statement by his spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha emphasised Nigeria\u2019s commitment to the organisation\u2019s goals, while addressing pressing national concerns.<\/p>\n
He said \u201cNigeria remains a principal partner of OACPS, championing our shared values of democracy, diaspora engagement, and development.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur presence here at the UN General Assembly allows us to amplify these priorities on the global stage and explore avenues for deeper collaboration.\u201d<\/p>\n
Senator Shettima used the opportunity to address Nigeria\u2019s recent inclusion on a high-risk jurisdiction list for anti-money laundering concerns, saying \u201cWe\u2019re here to set the record straight and engage in constructive dialogue with our international partners.\u201d<\/p>\n
The VP reaffirmed Nigeria\u2019s support for OACPS initiatives, including the organisation\u2019s focus on Haiti\u2019s ongoing crisis. While acknowledging Kenya\u2019s contribution of 400 troops to Haiti, he highlighted Nigeria\u2019s historical role in South-South cooperation.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur technical aid corps programme, which has sent teachers and doctors to the Caribbean, exemplifies Nigeria\u2019s commitment to uplifting fellow OACPS nations,\u201d Vice President Shettima added.<\/p>\n
VP Shettima outlined Nigeria\u2019s strategy to leverage its position as Africa\u2019s most populous nation to advocate for OACPS interests, promote fair treatment in international financial systems, and strengthen ties with both developing and developed nations.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re representing Nigeria\u2019s interests while also championing the collective voice of the OACPS. President Tinubu\u2019s vision for Nigeria aligns closely with the OACPS agenda. In today\u2019s interconnected world, our success is intertwined with that of our partner nations,\u201d VP Shettima emphasised.<\/p>\n
Earlier, the Secretary-General of OACPS, Georges Rebelo Pinto Chikoti, lauded Nigeria as \u201ca motor of the OACPS and an important member state.\u201d<\/p>\n
Chikoti noted that the meeting aimed to strengthen cooperation with Nigeria and expressed gratitude for the country\u2019s significant contributions.<\/p>\n
The Secretary-General expressed confidence in the UN\u2019s involvement and commitment to supporting member states facing various challenges.<\/p>\n
He also reiterated the importance of strengthening partnerships between OACPS member states and the European Union, focusing on crucial collaborations in areas such as environment, infrastructure, education, and business development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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