Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, is set to preach at Lambeth Palace on Thursday, as Nigeria undertakes its first state visit to the United Kingdom in nearly four decades.

Lambeth Palace, the official residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury, is a significant centre of the global Anglican Communion. The First Lady, who is also a pastor, is expected to deliver a sermon and engage with church leaders during the visit.

Her engagement forms part of the broader state visit led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, aimed at strengthening diplomatic and cultural ties between Nigeria and the UK. The visit marks the first Nigerian state visit to Britain since the late 1980s, signaling renewed cooperation between both nations.

Diplomatic sources indicate that discussions during the visit will focus on trade, investment, security, and diaspora relations. The Nigerian delegation is also expected to hold high-level meetings with British officials and key stakeholders.

Observers say the First Lady’s appearance at Lambeth Palace underscores the role of faith and cultural diplomacy in international relations, particularly given Nigeria’s large Christian population and its influence within the Anglican community.

The visit is expected to further deepen bilateral relations between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, with potential agreements and partnerships anticipated across multiple sectors.