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President Tinubu Takes Steps to Reduce Governance Costs: Restrictions on UNGA Travel



In a significant move aimed at curbing the cost of governance in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has issued directives to the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The directive stipulates that visas for government officials planning to travel to New York for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) will not be processed unless they can provide clear evidence of their direct participation in the official UNGA schedule of activities.


This directive is part of a broader initiative to streamline government spending and prioritize essential expenditures in Nigeria. By restricting travel for government officials to UNGA events in which they are directly involved, the government aims to make a more cost-effective use of resources.


The United Nations General Assembly is a crucial global forum where world leaders gather to discuss pressing global issues. President Tinubu's directive reflects his administration's commitment to fiscal responsibility and the efficient allocation of public funds.



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