President Bola Ahmed Tinubu left Abuja on Sunday morning, August 30, 2026, for Europe, where he will spend three weeks on annual leave. His first stop is London, United Kingdom, before continuing to other parts of Europe, according to an official statement from his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Official Confirmation and Itinerary
Onanuga confirmed the trip in a statement released on the same day, describing it as a working vacation. This means Tinubu will continue to perform official duties while abroad, even though the statement did not specify which other European countries he plans to visit or detail any working engagements lined up for his time in London.
The announcement comes as part of the president's routine schedule, with the statement emphasizing that the leave is a planned break. The exact dates of his return were not given, but Onanuga indicated that Tinubu is expected back in Nigeria once the vacation ends.
Return Before 2027 Campaign Season
Onanuga said the president is expected to return in time to engage in what he described as a hectic campaign season ahead of the January 2027 general elections. The statement did not provide further details about the campaign preparations or the president's specific plans upon his return.
This leave marks a significant period in the political calendar, as the country gears up for the next electoral cycle. The president's absence from the country for three weeks is notable, but the working vacation designation suggests that governance will continue uninterrupted.
Legit.ng reported that the statement was released via official channels, including a post on X (formerly Twitter), and the full text is available for public review. The trip was confirmed on the same day of departure, signaling a well-coordinated plan.
