The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has provided an update on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s international engagement, sharing details of his arrival in Paris via his official X handle.
According to Onanuga, President Tinubu’s plane touched down at the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at precisely 5:10 PM. Upon landing, the aircraft taxied to an exclusive reception area where the President was accorded a grand military welcome, underscoring the importance of the visit to bilateral relations between Nigeria and France.
The state visit is expected to focus on strengthening economic ties, exploring new partnerships in renewable energy, and fostering collaboration on global security challenges. Key meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron, business leaders, and top diplomats are on the agenda.
“This visit signifies Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to fostering mutually beneficial relationships on the global stage,” Onanuga highlighted, emphasizing the strategic importance of this trip.
The military reception was a spectacle of precision and decorum, with French guards of honor lined up to salute the Nigerian leader as he alighted from the presidential aircraft. The gesture reflects the high esteem in which President Tinubu is held by the French government.
During his stay in Paris, President Tinubu is also expected to address critical issues affecting Nigeria and Africa at large, particularly in the areas of economic reform, climate action, and global cooperation in tackling insecurity. His schedule is packed with high-level engagements, including a keynote speech at a conference on African economic resurgence and private meetings with top French investors to bolster foreign direct investment in Nigeria.
As the visit unfolds, Nigerians at home and abroad will be keenly observing the outcomes, hoping for a fruitful engagement that will bring tangible benefits to the nation.
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