In a press release, the Presidency has revealed that despite President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's absence from the country, governance is still proceeding smoothly.
This was disclosed by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, via his official X (formerly Twitter) page. His statement follows growing concerns from Nigerians, including members of the opposition, over the President’s absence amidst worsening insecurity that has plunged parts of the country into chaos.
President Tinubu departed Nigeria for Paris last week. While no official reason was initially provided for his sudden departure, speculation has been rife — especially given the 1trend among Nigerian politicians to travel abroad for medical reasons due to the deplorable state of the country's healthcare system, which many of them have failed to reform.
However, the Presidency has denied reports that the President traveled for health-related reasons, clarifying that his trip was for official engagements.
In his update, Bayo Onanuga revealed that the President had left Paris and arrived in London over the weekend. He added that Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, after the Easter holiday.
Full Statement:
STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE
STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT TINUBU'S RETURN TO NIGERIA
"President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains fully engaged in Nigeria's governance even though he is away in Europe.
His absence remains temporary and in line with the communicated timeframe of approximately two weeks.
The President left Paris for London at the weekend and has maintained constant communication with key government officials, overseeing critical national matters, including directives to security chiefs to address emerging threats in some parts of the country.
His return to Abuja and the resumption of duties at Aso Villa will follow the conclusion of the Easter holiday.
The President’s commitment to his duties remains unwavering, and his administration continues to function effectively under his leadership.
We appreciate the public’s concern and assure all Nigerians that governance proceeds without interruption."
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President,
Information and Strategy
The Presidency’s reassurance of continued governance has calmed some of the public anxiety, with millions of Nigerians now looking forward to President Tinubu's return after the Easter holiday.
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