President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to travel to Saudi Arabia for the Islamic pilgrimage, with prayers planned for Nigeria’s unity, stability and development. He will also commission newly acquired Nigerian Air Force equipment before leaving Abuja.
President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to depart Abuja on Thursday for Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform Umrah, an Islamic pilgrimage that involves religious rites and prayers.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the visit will give the President an opportunity for spiritual reflection and prayers for Nigeria’s peace, unity, stability and continued progress.
During his stay in Makkah, Tinubu is expected to perform the prescribed rites of Umrah and seek Allah’s guidance and blessings for the country and its citizens.
Tinubu to Commission Nigerian Air Force Equipment
Before leaving the country, the President is expected to commission equipment acquired by the Nigerian Air Force at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
The commissioning is scheduled to take place before his departure for Saudi Arabia.
President Expected Back Next Week
Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria next week after completing the spiritual exercise.
The announcement was contained in a statement dated October 28, 2026, which outlined the purpose of the President’s trip and the activities planned before his departure.
The visit comes as the President seeks spiritual guidance and blessings for Nigeria’s peace, national cohesion and development.
