Tinubu departs Saudi Arabia for Nigeria after Umrah
President Bola Tinubu has departed Jeddah, Saudi Arabia for Abuja after completing a week-long lesser pilgrimage (Umrah) in the holy city of Makkah. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-departs-saudi-arabia-for-nigeria-after-umrah/
President Bola Tinubu arrived back in Nigeria on Wednesday after completing a week-long Umrah pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia's holy city of Makkah. Accompanied by the Deputy Governor of Makkah Region, Prince Saud bin Mishaal, and Saudi Arabian dignitaries, Tinubu took off from the King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah at 5:13 pm local time.
The visit, which began on Thursday last week, included spiritual engagements that drew considerable attention in Nigeria. During his pilgrimage, Tinubu led the delegation in performing the Umrah rites, including circumambulating the Holy Kaaba at Masjid al-Haram. On Sunday, Saudi King Salman granted Tinubu the rare opportunity to enter the interior of the Kaaba and perform two prayers.
The President expressed gratitude for the hospitality shown to his delegation and his access to the sacred space. Tinubu's return to Nigeria came shortly after he launched his re-election campaign on October 24, with the general elections scheduled for January 16, 2027.
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