79th UNGA: Nigeria, OACPS Strengthen Partnership

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday said that 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.

Shettima made this known while representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the high-level OACPS meeting chaired by Angola at the ongoing United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Speaking in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media & Communications (Office of The Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha reiterating the importance of solidarity among member states in the face of numerous global challenges, the Vice President emphasised Nigeria’s commitment to the organization’s goals while addressing pressing national concerns.

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He said, “Nigeria remains a principal partner of OACPS, championing our shared values of democracy, diaspora engagement, and development.”

“Our presence here at the UN General Assembly allows us to amplify these priorities on the global stage and explore avenues for deeper collaboration.”

“Our technical aid corps programme, which has sent teachers and doctors to the Caribbean, exemplifies Nigeria’s commitment to uplifting fellow OACPS nations,” Vice President Shettima added

“We’re representing Nigeria’s interests while also championing the collective voice of the OACPS. President Tinubu’s vision for Nigeria aligns closely with the OACPS agenda. In today’s interconnected world, our success is intertwined with that of our partner nations,” VP Shettima emphasized.

Senator Shettima used the opportunity to address Nigeria’s recent inclusion on a high-risk jurisdiction list for anti-money laundering concerns, saying “We’re here to set the record straight and engage in constructive dialogue with our international partners.”

The VP reaffirmed Nigeria’s support for OACPS initiatives, including the organisation’s focus on Haiti’s ongoing crisis. While acknowledging Kenya’s contribution of 400 troops to Haiti, he highlighted Nigeria’s historical role in South-South cooperation.