President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform Umrah, an Islamic pilgrimage to the holy city of Makkah.
Tinubu departed Abuja on Thursday afternoon and was received upon arrival by Nigeria’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Yakubu Gambo, and the Saudi Head of Royal Protocol, Ahmad bin Thafir.
According to a statement from the Presidency, the visit offers the President an opportunity for spiritual reflection, devotion and prayers for Nigeria’s peace, unity, stability and continued progress.
During his stay, Tinubu is expected to perform the religious rites associated with Umrah and seek Allah’s guidance and blessings for Nigeria and its people.
The President is expected to return to Nigeria next week, according to the statement.
