President Bola Tinubu has ordered a reduction in Nigeria’s delegation to the UN General Assembly, limiting attendance to essential officials only. This move aims to cut costs and ensure efficient use of resources, reflecting Tinubu’s commitment to streamlining government operations and addressing public concerns over excessive spending.
President Bola Tinubu has mandated a significant reduction in Nigeria’s delegation to the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The directive, announced by Ajuri Ngelale, the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, seeks to trim the delegation to only those officials with defined roles, aiming to minimize costs and improve efficiency.
In a statement released on Saturday, Ngelale revealed that the decision came after Tinubu’s recent directive to streamline the delegation. The President's Chief of Staff, Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila, shared the news during a one-day retreat for heads of government agencies, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to prudent resource management.
Gbajabiamila highlighted that the reduction aligns with Tinubu’s broader goals of reducing governance costs and addressing public concerns about the size and expense of previous delegations. The Chief of Staff criticized past practices where individuals often used international trips for personal interests rather than official duties.
The retreat, held in Abuja, underscored the need for coherence among government agencies and adherence to statutory regulations. Gbajabiamila emphasized that the policy would be rigorously tested during the UNGA and that only those with a clear purpose would be allowed to attend.
The new approach reflects Tinubu’s commitment to enhancing governmental efficiency and accountability. The directive is expected to set a precedent for future international engagements and demonstrate a renewed focus on fiscal responsibility.
