Vice President Kashim Shettima has left Abuja to represent President Bola Tinubu at the inauguration of Guinea-Conakry’s newly elected President, Mamadi Doumbouya.
The ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, 17 January, at the GLC Stadium in Nongo, Conakry. VP Shettima’s participation underscores Nigeria’s commitment to regional leadership and support for Guinea’s return to constitutional governance after a four-year transitional period.
“This engagement reflects Nigeria’s role within ECOWAS and our commitment to fostering stability and cooperation in the region,” a presidential aide said.
In addition to diplomatic representation, the visit is expected to bolster bilateral trade, which has recently grown, with Nigerian exports particularly manufactured goods and agricultural products to Guinea reaching $3.29 million.
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Following the inauguration, Vice President Shettima will travel to Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, to attend the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum, scheduled from 19 to 23 January 2026.
WEF 2026, themed “A Spirit of Dialogue”, will bring together leaders from government, business, civil society, and science and cultural sectors to explore solutions to global challenges and promote collaboration on emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable energy systems.
During the Forum, VP Shettima is expected to engage global investors and leaders on Nigeria’s economic reform agenda, investment opportunities, and Africa’s role in shaping a resilient and inclusive global economy.
