Wale Tinubu joins Tinubu for Umrah in Saudi Arabia
Businessman Wale Tinubu says he joined President Bola Tinubu to perform the lesser Hajj (Umrah) in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, describing it as an honour. Read More: https://punchng.com/wale-tinubu-joins-tinubu-for-umrah-in-saudi-arabia/
Politician Wale Tinubu traveled to Saudi Arabia alongside President Bola Tinubu to partake in the lesser Hajj pilgrimage. In a social media post, Wale Tinubu highlighted the significance of the journey, stating it fosters humility, gratitude, brotherhood, and a sense of service. He and President Tinubu, who arrived in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, engaged in the Umrah rites at the Grand Mosque.
President Tinubu reflected on the pilgrimage's importance for himself and the nation, expressing gratitude and seeking blessings for Nigeria. He urged Nigerians to pray for peace and success in the upcoming 2027 elections. The delegation of officials included governors Babagana Zulum, Ahmadu Fintiri, Ahmad Aliyu, and BUA Group Chair Abdul Samad Rabiu.
The President is anticipated to return to Nigeria following his spiritual activities in the coming weeks.
Written by urgent.news from Punch's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
- Saudi Arabia calls for lasting regional peace at Manama Dialogue saudigazette.com.sa
- Wale Tinubu joins Tinubu for Umrah in Saudi Arabia punchng.com
- Houthi drone intercepted over Saudi Arabia's southern region, coalition says middleeasteye.net
- New Saudi luxury airline forced to cancel, redivert flights under Houthi attacks - report jpost.com
- Saudi Arabia says at least 2 suspected Houthi drones shot down over kingdom timesofisrael.com
- Saudi Arabia leads MENA region with 21 WHO-certified healthy cities english.ajel.sa
