President Bola Tinubu is set to leave Nigeria today, August 19, for a brief work stay in France, as announced by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity.

The statement, issued on August 18, 2024, confirms the President’s departure from Abuja, the nation’s capital.

While the exact purpose of Tinubu’s visit was not specified, the statement noted, “The President will return to the country after his brief work stay in France.” This marks his fourth trip to France since taking office.

President Tinubu’s international travel history includes visits to Equatorial Guinea, London, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Benin Republic, South Africa, Ghana, India, the UAE, the USA, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Ethiopia, Senegal, and Qatar.