Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is expected to return to the country on Tuesday, June 27, following a short private visit to London, United Kingdom. This news comes just a few days after the President traveled to London from Paris, where he participated in a summit focusing on “A New Global Financing Pact.” The President’s return is scheduled a day before the Sallah celebrations, and he is expected to spend the holiday in Lagos, according to a source close to the Presidency.
The confirmation of President Tinubu’s imminent return was announced on Sunday by a source within the Presidency. Barring any last-minute changes, the President’s return plans remain unchanged, and an advance team has already been dispatched to ensure a smooth arrival and transition.
It was reported on Saturday, June 24, that President Tinubu had left Paris, France, where he attended the high-profile summit, to visit London for a brief private visit. Initially, the President was scheduled to return to Abuja on Saturday, June 24, but the plans were adjusted to accommodate his private visit.
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In a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Special Duties, Communications and Strategy, Dele Alake, it was revealed that President Tinubu’s participation in the summit was highly successful. He engaged in productive meetings with fellow heads of state and government, global business leaders, and chief executives of leading multilateral and development finance institutions from around the world.
The summit presented an excellent opportunity for President Tinubu to advocate for widening the fiscal space, economic justice for Africa, the accelerated pace of energy transition worldwide, and the urgent need to address poverty and climate change. His active involvement and representation of Nigeria were widely applauded.
President Tinubu’s trip to London is a short private visit, and he is expected to return to the country in time for the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir festival, demonstrating his commitment to national duties and celebrating the religious holiday with fellow Nigerians.
As President Tinubu prepares to return, there is anticipation among citizens, who are eager to hear about the outcomes of the summit and the potential impact it may have on Nigeria’s development agenda. Furthermore, his presence during the Sallah celebrations in Lagos is expected to boost the festive atmosphere and provide an opportunity for citizens to interact with their leader.
With President Tinubu’s return, the focus will likely shift to the government’s priorities and forthcoming initiatives. The Nigerian populace eagerly awaits updates on the President’s engagements and the implementation of any agreements or partnerships formed during his participation in the international summit.
President Bola Tinubu’s return to Nigeria on Tuesday, June 27, following a short private visit to London, is eagerly anticipated. His active participation in the summit and subsequent meetings with global leaders indicate his commitment to advancing Nigeria’s interests on the international stage. As he prepares to spend the Sallah holiday in Lagos, Nigerians look forward to his presence and eagerly await updates on the outcomes of his engagements abroad.
Source: Nairametrics