After Inauguration, Jubilant Tinubu Made his First Trip to Lagos

President Bola Tinubu sent his warmest greetings to all Nigerians during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations and extended his deep thanks to Nigerians for the warm welcome they gave him on Tuesday in Lagos.  

Remember that President Tinubu traveled to Paris, France, last week to attend the conference on “A New Global Financing Pact” and also paid a quick private visit to London, United Kingdom.

A statement by Dele Alake, Special Adviser to the President on Special Duties, Communications and Strategy, stated said, “As President Tinubu’s convoy made its way from Ikeja to his private residence in Bourdillon, Ikoyi, Lagosians lined the road from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), enthusiastically waving and expressing their joy.  

“This marks the President’s first visit to Lagos since his inauguration as Nigeria’s 16th President on May 29, 2023.”

Upon his arrival at the presidential wing of MMIA, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, Acting Inspector-General of Police Olukayode Egbetokun, National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, Senators and Representatives from Lagos State, as well as party officials warmly received President Tinubu.  

The 81 Division of the Nigerian Army in conjunction with personnel from the Nigerian Navy and Nigerian Air Force also mounted a guard of honour for him, while the standing troupe of the Lagos State Council for Arts and Culture entertained guests. 

President Tinubu is scheduled to join fellow Muslim faithful for the Eid prayers on Wednesday at the Obalende Eid Prayer Ground, located at Dodan Barracks, the former seat of the Nigerian government.