President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria, he landed in Abuja today cutting short his annual leave. He departed Nigeria on September 4, 2025, for what was initially described as a two week work vacation, combining official duties with leisure. The trip began in Paris, France, where he met with French President Emmanuel Macron on September 5, 2025, at the Élysée Palace to discuss strengthening bilateral ties, focusing on trade, security, and economic cooperation. Tinubu was accompanied by key aides, including Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar, and others. The meeting also covered global issues like food security and energy transition, with Tinubu inviting French investors to explore opportunities in Nigeria’s market.Originally,

Tinubu planned to split his time between France and the United Kingdom, with the vacation expected to last until around September 18, 2025. However, sources indicate he returned earlier than anticipated to address pressing domestic matters, though specific reasons for the early return were not detailed in official statements. His Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the return via a statement on X, noting that Tinubu was back to resume his presidential duties.