President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Abuja today for a private visit to Paris, France, ahead of the upcoming African Union (AU) Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Key Highlights of the Trip:
- Private Visit to France:
- Tinubu will meet French President Emmanuel Macron for high-level discussions.
- African Union (AU) Summit in Ethiopia:
- The President will proceed to Addis Ababa next week to attend the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council and the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of AU Heads of State, scheduled for February 12–16, 2025.
- He will deliberate with other African leaders on economic development, security, and regional cooperation.
Official Statement from the Presidency
A statement from Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the President’s itinerary:
"President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Wednesday for Paris, France, on a private visit en route to Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital. In Addis Ababa, President Tinubu will join African leaders at the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council and the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the AU Heads of State, scheduled from February 12th to 16th, 2025."
What to Expect
- Paris Meetings: Tinubu’s engagement with Macron may cover topics such as bilateral relations, trade, security, and investment opportunities.
- AU Summit Discussions: African leaders are expected to focus on:
- Economic development and trade.
- Security challenges across the continent.
- Regional cooperation and diplomatic relations.
