Tinubu to Travel to Saudi Arabia for Umrah Thursday
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Thursday for Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform Umrah, an Islamic pilgrimage, and pray for Nigeria.
The President is expected to return to the country next week after completing the spiritual exercise.
His Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
According to the statement, Tinubu’s visit will provide an opportunity for spiritual reflection and prayers for Nigeria’s peace, unity, stability and progress.
During his stay in Makkah, the President is expected to observe the religious rites associated with Umrah and seek Allah’s guidance and blessings for Nigeria and its citizens.
Before departing Abuja, Tinubu will commission equipment acquired by the Nigerian Air Force at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
The President is scheduled to return to Nigeria next week after the pilgrimage.
