President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria, arriving in Lagos on Tuesday after concluding his extended working vacation in Europe.
Tinubu arrived at the presidential wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, where Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and other dignitaries received him. His arrival was also confirmed by his Special Assistant on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, who posted, “Landing. Welcome home Mr President!”
The President departed Abuja on August 30 for what was initially announced as a three-week annual leave, with London as his first destination. He subsequently travelled to Paris, France, where he held several engagements, including a private dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron and meetings with business leaders.
The Presidency later extended his stay by several days, with the initial return date subsequently revised. Tinubu eventually departed Paris for Lagos on Tuesday, September 29, bringing his European stay to about four weeks.
According to the Presidency, Tinubu will remain in Lagos for several days to hold strategic meetings with political leaders and associates ahead of the 2027 elections. He is also expected to participate in activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.
The President is expected to attend the premiere of a film honouring the late MKO Abiola at the Wole Soyinka National Theatre, Iganmu, on October 1. He is also scheduled to deliver a nationwide Independence Day broadcast.
The Presidency had earlier said Tinubu remained in touch with officials and continued directing government affairs while abroad. It cited, among other decisions, his directive for an independent investigation into the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in NSCDC custody in Niger State.
Tinubu’s return comes as the administration prepares for the 66th Independence Anniversary and as political parties intensify preparations for the 2027 general elections.
