Amid growing curiosity about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s whereabouts, the Nigerian Presidency has moved to allay public concerns, affirming that the President remains deeply involved in the nation’s governance despite his current stay in Europe. According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu’s absence is strictly temporary and aligns with the previously communicated timeframe of roughly two weeks.
He departed Paris for London over the weekend and has since maintained robust communication with key government officials, ensuring that critical national matters receive his direct attention.The Presidency emphasized that President Tinubu has not relinquished his responsibilities while abroad. He continues to issue directives, particularly to security chiefs, with a focus on addressing emerging threats in various parts of the country.
This proactive engagement underscores his unwavering commitment to the stability and progress of Nigeria, even while physically away from Aso Villa.Officials further clarified that President Tinubu’s return to Abuja and the resumption of his duties at the Presidential Villa are scheduled to take place immediately after the Easter holiday, in line with the original plan communicated to the public. The administration, according to the statement, remains fully functional and effective under his leadership, with no disruption to the machinery of governance.
This latest absence comes against the backdrop of President Tinubu’s active international engagement since assuming office. Data shows that he has embarked on numerous official and working visits abroad, spending over five months outside the country in less than two years. These trips have included summits, bilateral meetings, and international conferences aimed at advancing Nigeria’s interests on the global stage. Despite the frequency of his travels, the Presidency insists that the President’s leadership and oversight remain intact, with governance proceeding seamlessly in his absence.
The statement concluded with an expression of gratitude to Nigerians for their concern, assuring the populace that the President’s dedication to his duties is on diminished and that the business of government continues without interruption. As the nation awaits his imminent return, the Presidency reiterates its commitment to transparency and effective governance during this period.
