Tinubu departs Abuja for France, begin three-nation trip

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President Bola Tinubu has left Nigeria for France, commencing a three-nation official visit.

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The presidential aircraft departed from the presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Sunday.

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The trip signals the start of a broader diplomatic tour that will also see the Nigerian leader visit Nairobi, Kenya, and Kigali, Rwanda.

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According to the presidency, Tinubu will first stop in France before heading to Nairobi, where he is scheduled to attend the Africa–France Summit from May 11 to May 12.

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The summit, co-chaired by Emmanuel Macron and William Ruto, will centre on energy transition, climate action, digital transformation, and economic partnerships.

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Following his engagement in Kenya, the president will proceed to Kigali for the Africa CEO Forum, slated for May 14 to May 15.

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The forum is expected to bring together global business leaders and policymakers to deliberate on investment opportunities and economic growth across the continent.

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The presidency stated that the visit is part of ongoing efforts to deepen Nigeria’s economic ties and attract foreign investment through high-level engagements with global leaders and investors.

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