President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Abuja on Monday evening, October 5, after a series of official and political engagements in Lagos. The President's aircraft landed at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at 7:45 p.m. He was received by National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, Director of Protocol at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Ibrahim Sule Dan Agundi, and senior security officials.
Tinubu's return to Abuja marks the end of his stay in Lagos, where he carried out engagements following his return from a working vacation in Europe. The President spent time in London and Paris, holding meetings with political and business interests. Upon his arrival in Lagos on September 29, Tinubu dismissed health concerns, declaring himself fit and ready to resume full duties.
During his stay in Lagos, Tinubu participated in Nigeria's 66th Independence Anniversary celebrations, including the national premiere of MKO, a documentary on the life and democratic struggle of late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola. The President, accompanied by First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, attended the October 1 screening at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts in Lagos.
The documentary chronicled Abiola's political journey, the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, and the pro-democracy struggle that followed. Tinubu also received senior government officials and political leaders, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, who visited him at his residence on Saturday.
Shettima stated that he had remained in regular contact with the President throughout his stay abroad and described Tinubu as fully engaged with developments in the country. The Vice President defended the administration's economic reforms, saying difficult decisions taken since 2023 were necessary to stabilize the economy and lay the foundation for recovery.
Tinubu's return to Abuja is expected to see him resume activities from the State House as the administration pushes ahead with its economic, security, and political programs. The President will likely focus on key issues, including counter-terrorism and anti-banditry operations, which he recently reviewed.
The President's engagements in Lagos and return to Abuja demonstrate his commitment to governance and leadership. With his return, the administration is expected to continue implementing its policies and programs aimed at stabilizing the economy and improving security in the country.
Key points
- President Tinubu returns to Abuja after series of engagements in Lagos
- The President carried out official and political engagements in Lagos following his return from a working vacation in Europe
- Tinubu's return to Abuja marks the beginning of resumed activities from the State House
