President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to advocate for global COVID-19 vaccine equity at the ongoing United Nations (UN) General Assembly high-level meetings.
The Permanent Representative of Nigeria in the UN, Prof. Tijjani Muhammad-Bande, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in New York that the issue of equal access to vaccines was paramount to the president.
The theme for the 2021 General Assembly is, “Building Resilience through Hope – To Recover from COVID-19, Rebuild Sustainably, Respond to the Needs of the Planet, Respect the Rights of People and Revitalise the United Nations”.
His words, “There is nothing more challenging and more pressing now than the global health; it is extremely urgent.
“So, President Muhammadu Buhari will join others and push for global vaccine equity.’’
He is expected to address the General Assembly on the fourth day on Friday when he would speak on the theme of the conference and other global issues.
According to Bande, Nigeria is ready to join other Member States highlight the challenges facing the global community and its contributions to addressing the challenges.
“Nigeria is very prepared for the 76th session of the Assembly. It is a challenge for all countries but Nigeria is navigating all the roles relating to attendance and participating in terms of modalities.’’