President Bola Tinubu, accompanied by the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has left Abuja for a state visit to the United Kingdom, the first by a Nigerian president in 37 years.
Their flight took off from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at about 10: 00 am on Tuesday.
They were seen off at the airport by a delegation led by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio; the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and other government officials.
The state visit is the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years. President Tinubu is also the first Nigerian leader to be hosted by the British monarch at Windsor Castle.
Tinubu’s visit is to strengthen bilateral relations and explore avenues for collaboration on issues such as immigration, trade, investment, and cultural exchange.
At Windsor Castle, the UK monarchs would invite the President and his wife to view a special exhibition of items from the Royal Collection related to Nigeria.
King Charles and Tinubu will also hold private discussions and meet with organisations engaged in interfaith dialogue, both nationally and internationally.
The Royal Family will host a state banquet in honour of the Nigerian guests.
