Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Jimoh Ibrahim, has officially resumed duty in New York, reaffirming President Bola Tinubu’s determination to tackle insecurity by addressing underlying social and economic grievances.
Ibrahim made the remarks after presenting his letter of credence to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, marking the formal commencement of his diplomatic assignment at the United Nations headquarters.
He said his appointment reflects Nigeria’s renewed foreign policy focus on domestic stability, regional cooperation and stronger participation in global governance under the Tinubu administration.
According to him, the federal government is working to address long-standing structural challenges that have contributed to insecurity in parts of the country, while also strengthening efforts to promote peace and stability across West Africa and the Sahel region.
Ibrahim noted that Nigeria remains actively engaged in regional security collaboration, stressing that instability in neighbouring states continues to have direct implications for national security.
He said Nigeria would continue to support collective efforts aimed at peacebuilding in conflict-affected regions, while also contributing to broader international security initiatives.
On global governance reforms, the Nigerian envoy renewed calls for Africa to be granted permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council, arguing that the continent’s population size, economic relevance and security burdens justify greater inclusion in global decision-making structures.
He said Nigeria would intensify diplomatic engagement to push for reforms that reflect current global realities and strengthen multilateral institutions.
Ibrahim also highlighted ongoing economic reforms in Nigeria, including the removal of fuel subsidies and the unification of the foreign exchange system under the Tinubu administration.
He said these measures, combined with tighter monetary policies, are aimed at stabilising the economy, curbing inflation and restoring investor confidence.
According to him, early economic indicators show gradual progress, including improvements in debt sustainability and easing inflationary pressures, while government investments in infrastructure and the power sector continue.
He added that Nigeria’s broader diplomatic strategy is increasingly tied to economic resilience, regional stability and global cooperation.
Following the presentation of credentials, UN Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed Ibrahim’s appointment and expressed optimism about stronger collaboration between Nigeria and the United Nations.
Guterres said the UN is committed to working closely with Nigeria’s new envoy in advancing shared priorities such as peace, security and sustainable development.
He described the appointment as timely, noting the growing need for coordinated international responses to complex global challenges.
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