Tinubu concludes Saudi Arabia visit, says he prayed for Nigeria

Author: vanguardngr.comPublished on: November 2, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Tinubu concludes Saudi Arabia visit, says he prayed for Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has concluded his visit to Saudi Arabia, where he performed Umrah and entered the Holy Kaaba to pray with members of his delegation. He thanked King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for granting them the privilege and for their hospitality. Tinubu said he prayed for peace, unity and prosperity for Nigeria and its people.

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