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The Presidency has confirmed President Bola Tinubu’s relocation from Paris to London, dismissing concerns about his prolonged absence as opposition leaders escalate calls for his immediate return amid Nigeria’s worsening security crisis.
Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated in a Thursday, April 17, 2025, press release that Tinubu remains “fully engaged in Nigeria’s governance” despite operating from Europe.
The presidency emphasized his temporary absence aligns with the pre-announced two-week timeframe.
Onanuga disclosed the President moved to London over the weekend and continues overseeing critical national matters, including issuing security directives to address escalating threats in volatile regions.
The statement comes as opposition figures, including Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, accuse Tinubu of abandoning his duties during a “full-blown state of emergency” marked by deadly attacks in Plateau, Benue, and Borno states.
The presidency maintains governance remains uninterrupted, with Tinubu expected to return to Abuja after the Easter holiday.
However, critics dismiss the “working visit” explanation, branding it a “vacation cloaked in official jargon
Below is full text of the State House press statement:
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
April 17, 2025
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