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Nigerian leader arrives in Paris for a three-day State Visit

Nigeria’s
President Bola Tinubu, accompanied by Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady, arrived in Paris on Wednesday evening for a three-day State Visit to fortify Nigeria-France relations.

Touching down at Orly Airport around 5.10 p.m., Tinubu was welcomed with full military honours by the French Republican Guard, marking a ceremonial start to his visit, Mr Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser, Information and Strategy, said in a statement.

The official engagements will begin on Thursday at the historic Les Invalides, where French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron will receive President Tinubu.

The visit will continue with a reception at the Palais de l’Élysée, honouring the Nigerian leader.

“The visit aims to enhance bilateral ties, focusing on key areas such as agriculture, security, education, health, youth engagement, innovation, and energy transition. It promises substantial benefits for Nigeria.

“In collaboration with President Macron, President Tinubu will address initiatives to boost youth exchange programs and enhance skills in automation, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

“The visit includes strategic political and diplomatic discussions on shared values concerning finance, solid minerals, trade and investment, and communication,” said the statement.

Additionally, it said both leaders would attend a session hosted by the France-Nigeria Business Council, coordinating private sector involvement in economic development.

“Brigitte Macron and Nigeria’s First Lady will discuss empowering women, children, and vulnerable populations through Nigeria’s First Lady’s Renewed Hope Initiative.

“President Tinubu and his wife will attend a state dinner hosted by the French President before their departure,” concluded the statement.

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