Nigeria’s President Tinubu meets royals in UK state visit

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is on a two-day state visit to the UK, marking the first such visit from a Nigerian leader in nearly 40 years. King Charles III welcomed Tinubu at Windsor Castle, emphasizing the strong cultural and commercial ties between the two nations amidst record-high trade. The visit aims to strengthen diplomatic relations and promote trade, with Nigerian companies expanding operations in the UK. Tinubu and his wife were greeted with military honors and carriage rides, and were shown items from the UK's colonial rule of Nigeria. The visit is viewed as a "renewed chapter" in UK-Nigeria relations, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing trade and strengthening diplomatic ties.

King Charles hosted Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his wife Oluremi Tinubu at Windsor Castle for a two-day state visit, the first from Nigeria to the UK in 37 years. The Nigerian delegation received a ceremonial welcome, including a carriage procession, gun salute, and inspection of the guards. Senior royals, including Queen Camilla, and the Prince and Princess of Wales, participated in the welcome. The King and President Tinubu will deliver speeches at a state banquet, although a traditional lunch was omitted due to Ramadan. The visit aims to strengthen relations between the UK and Nigeria, and included a viewing of Nigerian items from the Royal Collection and an exchange of official gifts.