President Bola Tinubu has arrived back in Nigeria after concluding a three-country diplomatic trip that took him to France, Kenya, and Rwanda.
The president returned on Tuesday evening, with his aircraft landing at the Presidential Wing of the Lagos Airport at approximately 7:12 p.m., according to a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Several top government officials were present to receive the president upon his arrival. Among them were Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor Femi Hamzat, Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila, and Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly Mudashiru Obasa, alongside other senior officials.
The presidency said Tinubu’s visit focused largely on economic diplomacy, investment discussions, and regional cooperation. While in France, the Nigerian leader met with international investors and used the opportunity to defend the economic reforms introduced by his administration.
According to the statement, the president emphasised transparency and fiscal discipline as critical components of his government’s economic agenda. He also explained the reasoning behind the swift implementation of key reforms aimed at stabilising the economy and restoring investor confidence.
Tinubu also travelled to Nairobi, Kenya, where he participated in the Africa Forward Summit. The event was jointly hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron and Kenyan President William Ruto and brought together African leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss the continent’s economic future.
During the summit, the Nigerian president called for reforms to the global financial system, arguing that African nations require fairer economic structures that support sustainable development and long-term prosperity.
He also stressed the importance of stronger regional integration across Africa, noting that deeper collaboration among African countries would help unlock economic opportunities and drive inclusive growth.
Tinubu further highlighted Nigeria’s growing interest in the blue economy, describing it as a major pillar for Africa’s development.
He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea and pledged to share the country’s maritime intelligence infrastructure with neighbouring states willing to collaborate.
The trip formed part of Tinubu’s broader diplomatic engagements aimed at strengthening international partnerships, attracting investment, and positioning Nigeria as a key player in regional economic development.
