President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has departed Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, for Lagos after concluding a three-country diplomatic tour that took him to France, Kenya and Rwanda. The President wrapped up the trip following his participation in the Africa-France Summit 2026 and the annual Africa CEO Forum.
Video Shows Tinubu Departing Rwanda Back To Nigeria
A video circulating on social media captured the moment Tinubu left Kigali, marking the end of his official engagements abroad. The tour was centered on strengthening diplomatic ties, promoting economic cooperation, and engaging African and international business leaders on investment opportunities across the continent.
Trip Focused on Diplomacy and Investment
Tinubu’s tour focused on strengthening diplomatic ties, promoting economic cooperation, and engaging African and international business leaders on investment opportunities across the continent. During the engagements, discussions reportedly focused on trade, infrastructure development, regional partnerships and private sector growth.
President Attended Africa-France Summit
While in France, Tinubu joined other African leaders and global stakeholders at the Africa-France Summit 2026, where issues relating to economic collaboration, security and sustainable development were discussed. The summit also provided an opportunity for bilateral engagements between participating countries and investors.
Africa CEO Forum Held in Kigali
The Nigerian leader later traveled to Kigali, where he attended the annual Africa CEO Forum alongside heads of state, chief executives and policymakers from across Africa. The forum focused on strategies aimed at boosting economic growth, innovation and investment across the continent.
The President is expected to return to Nigeria following the completion of the official trip, which forms part of ongoing efforts by his administration to deepen international partnerships and attract foreign investment into the country. Earlier, it was reported that Nigeria is set to host two major CAF events after Tinubu approved the hosting of two Confederation of African Football events, following a meeting with CAF President Patrice Motsepe on the sidelines of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya.
