President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Thursday, October 29, 2026 depart Abuja for Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform lesser Hajj (Umrah), an Islamic spiritual exercise.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday.
According to him, the visit will give the President an opportunity for spiritual reflection, devotion, and prayers for Nigeria’s peace, unity, stability, and continued progress.
“While in Makkah, President Tinubu will perform the religious rites associated with Umrah, seeking Allah’s guidance and blessings for Nigeria and its people.
“Before leaving Abuja, President Tinubu will commission at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport some equipment acquired by the Nigerian Air Force for its operations.
“The President is expected back in the country next week, after completing the spiritual exercise,” Onanuga said.
(vitalnewsngr.com)
