Tinubu Returns to Abuja After Completing Umrah Pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia

President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja after performing the Umrah pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.

The President’s aircraft landed at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 8:53 p.m. on Wednesday, where he was received by the Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila; Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa; Minister of State for Defence; the Inspector-General of Police and other government officials.

Tinubu Completes Pilgrimage in Makkah

Tinubu departed King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah at 5:13 p.m. Saudi time after completing the lesser Hajj in Makkah.

During the visit, the President led members of the Nigerian delegation in performing the Umrah rites, including the circumambulation of the Holy Ka’abah.

He was also granted permission to enter the Holy Ka’abah on Sunday, where he and members of his delegation performed two raka’at prayers.

President Prays for Nigeria

According to a statement by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu offered prayers for Nigeria’s peace, security, unity and prosperity.

He also prayed for divine guidance and wisdom for the country’s leaders.

Before leaving Saudi Arabia, the President held a brief meeting with the Deputy Governor of Makkah Region, Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, at the Royal Guest Palace within the airport.

Members of his entourage included the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the governors of Sokoto, Jigawa, Kaduna, Borno and Yobe States, among other officials.

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