Tinubu concludes Saudi Arabia visit after Umrah

Author: Johnbosco AgbakwuruPublished on: November 2, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Tinubu concludes Saudi Arabia visit after Umrah

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu concluded his visit to Saudi Arabia on Monday, where he performed Umrah and prayed inside the Holy Kaaba. He departed Abuja last Thursday with state governors, cabinet ministers and members of the business community. Tinubu thanked King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for their hospitality and for granting the delegation access to the Kaaba. He said he prayed for peace, unity and prosperity in Nigeria.

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