Tinubu Returns to Nigeria After Two-Week Trips to Brazil, St. Lucia

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after a two-week working visit that took him to Brazil and St. Lucia for a series of diplomatic and bilateral engagements.

The President arrived in Abuja late Saturday night, where he was received by top government officials, presidential aides, and members of the presidential guard at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.

A brief reception ceremony was held on the tarmac, featuring a military parade and formal welcome.

President Tinubu’s trip to Brazil focused on discussions around trade relations, investments, and expanding Nigeria’s cooperation with Latin America’s largest economy. His visit to St. Lucia was part of diplomatic efforts to strengthen ties with Caribbean nations, especially within the context of South-South cooperation.

During his time abroad, the President also attended high-level meetings with business leaders and Nigerian diaspora communities, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to economic reforms, job creation, and foreign partnerships.

President Tinubu’s return comes at a time when the country is grappling with several pressing domestic issues, including security challenges, rising inflation, and the implementation of ongoing economic reforms.

His engagements in Brazil and St. Lucia are expected to form part of his administration’s broader strategy of attracting foreign investment and positioning Nigeria as a key player in global south alliances.

Government sources say the President is expected to brief the Federal Executive Council on the outcomes of his trip in the coming days.