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JUST IN: Tinubu reschedules three-nation trip to Sunday

From The Punch · (5m ago) English

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TLDR

  • President Bola Tinubu has postponed his planned three-nation trip, which was initially set to begin on Saturday.
  • The trip, including official visits to France, Kenya, and Rwanda, will now commence on Sunday.
  • The President's itinerary includes attending the Africa-France Summit in Nairobi and the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali.

President Bola Tinubu's upcoming international engagements have seen a slight adjustment in schedule, with his departure for a crucial three-nation tour now set for Sunday instead of Saturday.

This tour, encompassing France, Kenya, and Rwanda, is designed to bolster Nigeria's international presence and economic partnerships. The President is slated to participate in significant forums, including the Africa-France Summit in Nairobi, where discussions will center on pressing issues like energy transition and climate action, and the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, focusing on economic growth and investment across the continent.

President Tinubu has rescheduled his three-nation trip to begin on Sunday, rather than Saturday as previously indicated.

— Bayo OnanugaThe Special Adviser on Information and Strategy announces the change in the President's travel schedule.

Accompanying the President will be a delegation of ministers and senior aides, underscoring the importance Nigeria places on these engagements. The trip aims to highlight the administration's reform agenda, positioning Nigeria as an attractive destination for global and African investment, and fostering strategic alliances through high-level meetings with business leaders.

President Tinubu’s participation at the summit from May 11th to May 12th. will underscore Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships with African nations and the French Republic.

— Bayo OnanugaOnanuga explains the significance of Tinubu's attendance at the Africa-France Summit.
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