Tinubu departs for Saudi Arabia Thursday to perform Umrah
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Thursday for Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform Umrah, a pilgrimage in Islam. During this visit, he plans to pray for the peace, unity, stability, and progress of Nigeria.
Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria next week upon completing the pilgrimage. In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, emphasized that Tinubu intends to seek divine guidance and blessings for the country and its citizens.
Prior to his departure, the President will oversee the commissioning of new equipment acquired by the Nigerian Air Force at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
The Presidency noted that this trip will provide an opportunity for spiritual reflection, devotion, and prayers concerning the nation’s well-being.
