Dear Delegates, Officials, Advisers, Volunteers, and Esteemed Visitors,
It gives me immense pride and unwavering confidence to welcome you to a historic moment — the 20th Anniversary of the Nigerian International Secondary Schools Model United Nations (NISSMUN) Conference, taking place this October. This milestone is not just a celebration of the past two decades of outstanding youth engagement — it is a call to action for the future of global leadership, peacebuilding, and responsible citizenship.
Alongside NISSMUN, we look forward to this year’s powerful gatherings at the Nigerian International Tertiary Institutions Model United Nations (NITIMUN), the Lagos Regional Secondary Schools Model United Nations (LARSSMUN), and the Junior Schools International Model United Nations (JUNSIMUN). Each of these conferences represents a unique platform where ideas become action, and young voices rise to shape local and global solutions.
To every delegate preparing to attend — know this: You are stepping into an experience that will challenge, inspire, and transform you. The debates you engage in, the policies you draft, and the friendships you form will all serve to sharpen your capacity to lead in an ever-changing world. We are committed to delivering conferences that are not only intellectually stimulating but also deeply rewarding — the kind of experience that meets and exceeds your expectations.
To our officials, faculty advisors, and volunteers — this is your moment of service and stewardship. You carry the responsibility of guiding, mentoring, and ensuring the smooth running of every session and activity. Your integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence are the pillars upon which our conferences stand.
As we reflect on 20 years of impact, let us remember that the true legacy of these conferences lies in the transformation of minds and the boldness of youth-led action. Our theme for NISSMUN 2025, “Enhancing Youth Financial Literacy to Reduce Mistrust and Social Unrest,” speaks directly to the urgent needs of our time. It calls for intelligent discourse, practical solutions, and empowered participation.
I urge all participants — from JUNSIMUN to NITIMUN — to approach these conferences not as simulations, but as real-life training grounds for global citizenship. Prepare thoroughly. Engage passionately. Respect the process. And most importantly, carry the lessons beyond the committee rooms into your schools, communities, and countries.
Together, we are building a movement. One delegate, one resolution, and one conference at a time.
Welcome to the 20th Anniversary of NISSMUN — and another unforgettable season of Model United Nations conferences across the country.
With great expectation and belief in your potential,
Chika Nwaozuzu
Chairman, Governing Council.
