President Bola Tinubu is set to return to AbujaToday, Tuesday, September 16, 2025, after completing his work vacation ahead of schedule. This development was officially confirmed in a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, on September 15, 2025.

The President had initially departed Abuja on September 4, 2025, to embark on what was described as a working vacation in Europe, forming part of his 2025 annual leave. The itinerary was initially planned to include time in both France and the United Kingdom, spanning a 10-day period.

During his stay in Paris, President Tinubu engaged in significant diplomatic activities, notably holding a private luncheon with his French counterpart, President Emmanuel Macron, at the historic Élysée Palace. During this high-level meeting, both leaders undertook a comprehensive review of existing key areas of cooperation between Nigeria and France.

They also reached a mutual agreement to further deepen the strategic partnership between the two nations, aiming for enhanced mutual prosperity and contributing to global stability.

The Presidency's statement underscored the early conclusion of the President's vacation, indicating his readiness to resume official duties promptly upon his return to the nation's capital.