Tinubu jets out for 3-week European leave

Author: Akinbayo WahabPublished on: August 30, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Tinubu jets out for 3-week European leave

President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja today for Europe to begin a three-week vacation as part of his annual leave. According to Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, his first stop will be London, United Kingdom. President Tinubu is expected to return home after this vacation to join the hectic campaign for the January 2027 election.

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