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VICE PRESIDENT KASHIM SHETTIMA URGES UN REFORMS: NIGERIA'S VOICE FOR A FAIRER WORLD On September 24, 2025, Vice President Kashim Shettima delivered a landmark address at the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. His speech was a compelling call for global reforms, emphasizing Nigeria’s commitment to justice, equity, and peace. Beyond addressing structural reforms in the United Nations, Shettima also highlighted urgent global issues, including debt relief, climate justice, digital inclusion, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Palestine. ADVOCATING FOR A PERMANENT AFRICAN SEAT At the core of Shettima’s address was Nigeria’s call for a permanent African seat on the UN Security Council. He underscored that Africa, home to over a billion people and contributing significantly to global peacekeeping and international trade, remains underrepresented in one of the world’s most influential decision-making bodies. "Mul...