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  "id": 17445395,
  "title": "Wale Tinubu joins Tinubu for Umrah in Saudi Arabia",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/wale-tinubu-joins-tinubu-for-umrah-in-saudi-arabia",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T18:18:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/wale-tinubu-joins-tinubu-for-umrah-in-saudi-arabia/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "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.",
  "summary": "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/",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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