Jimoh Ibrahim Formally Assumes Role as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations

Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim formally assumes his UN role, advocating for a permanent African seat on the Security Council and highlighting Nigeria's 15% inflation rate.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 21, 2026, 7:27 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from THISDAY

Official Commencement of Diplomatic Duties

Nigeria’s diplomatic presence at the global level reached a new milestone as Jimoh Ibrahim formally assumed office as the nation’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. In a ceremony held on Monday at the UN headquarters in New York, Ibrahim presented his letter of credence to Secretary-General António Guterres. This formal act establishes Ibrahim as Nigeria’s ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary, charged with leading the country’s mission and participating in high-level General Assembly deliberations during a period of significant global transition.

Advocating for African Representation in the Security Council

During his meeting with Guterres, Ambassador Ibrahim delivered a clear message from President Bola Tinubu regarding the necessity of structural changes within the UN. He emphasized that the time has come for a permanent African seat on the UN Security Council, arguing that such a development would be a historic milestone for global peace. Ibrahim noted that the support of the G77 plus China bloc remains a vital component of Africa's collective voice, and that increased representation would better equip the council to address security concerns and long-standing grievances across the continent.

Commitment to UN80 Reform and Global Justice

Ibrahim underscored Nigeria’s firm support for the UN80 reform agenda, stating that these initiatives are crucial for accelerating development across Africa. He informed the Secretary-General that his mission is focused on promoting justice and alleviating hardship through collaborative action. According to the ambassador, President Tinubu is confident that this new leadership in New York will offer the essential support needed to tackle both local and international security crises, including religious conflicts and socio-economic injustice.