Nigeria has called on the United Nations for urgent assistance for victims of the devastating floods that have ravaged Nigerians across the country.
This call was made by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who is representing President Bola Tinubu at the ongoing 79th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York, United States.
Spokesperson for Mr Shettima, Stanley Nkwocha, in a statement, said the vice president made the appeal during an interaction with the UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, in New York.
The vice president was welcomed to the UN building by Amina Mohammed, the UN Deputy Secretary-General, where he also emphasised urgent need for relief efforts to address the devastating effects of climate change.
Mr Shettima, who acknowledged the efforts of the UN, called for increased support in stabilisng the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) region.
He also stressed the need for the implementation of enduring, coordinated relief plans for flood victims across Nigeria.
He regretted the devastating effects of other climate-related challenges Nigerians are faced with, stressing that enhanced coordinated relief plans were vital.
The vice president also demanded more robust international assistance in tackling these challenges, highlighting the urgent need for action to mitigate the impacts of these environmental threats on Nigerians.
Mr Shettima assured the UN scribe of Nigeria’s commitment to regional stability, climate resilience and international cooperation and leadership.
On his part, UN Secretary-General, Mr Guterres, expressed his condolences on the recent losses in Nigeria, pledging increased support from the global body.
He said the UN stands ready to enhance its interventions and support for Nigeria.
He commended President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, stating that Nigeria is an indispensable ally in the UN’s bid for a peaceful Africa.
(NAN)
