Nigeria’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Jimoh Ibrahim, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to resolving long-standing grievances fuelling insecurity across the country.

Ibrahim made the remarks in New York while presenting his letter of credence to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres.

According to him, the President remains focused on addressing “generational grievances” and tackling both domestic and global security challenges.

The envoy also stressed Africa’s strategic importance in global governance, renewing calls for a permanent African seat on the UN Security Council. He noted that such a move would strengthen collective security and better reflect contemporary global realities.

Ibrahim said Nigeria would continue to mobilise international support to confront insecurity in the Sahel and across West Africa, while sustaining its peace-building efforts on the continent.

On the economy, he highlighted key reforms under the Tinubu administration, including the removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of exchange rates. He added that tighter monetary policies are being implemented to curb inflation.

He said early indicators suggest progress, citing improvements in debt sustainability and easing inflationary pressures. Investments in infrastructure and the power sector, he added, are also being maintained.

Ibrahim further reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to multilateral cooperation, particularly in promoting peace in sensitive regions such as the Strait of Hormuz.

He assured the UN of Nigeria’s readiness to support global peace initiatives and diplomatic engagements.

In his remarks, Guterres welcomed Ibrahim’s appointment, stating that the United Nations is “excited to work with him in advancing shared global goals”.

He described the envoy’s role as timely and important, expressing confidence in strengthening cooperation between Nigeria and the global body.