Victor Ezeja
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Sunday, arrived Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for the joint Arab-Islamic Summit.
According to a statement by the State House, Tinubu was received by the Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region, Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, at King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelThe Summit which will begin on Monday, 11th November 2024, will focus on the current situation in the Middle East.
According to a statement on Saturday by the State House, Tinubu is expected to address the ongoing Israel-Palestinian conflict, emphasising Nigeria’s strong call for an immediate ceasefire and the urgent need for a peaceful resolution.
“Nigeria will also advocate for renewed efforts to revive the two-state solution as a pathway to lasting peace in the region,” the statement said.
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“Key officials including the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, accompany the President. Other members of the entourage are the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu; Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed ldris; and the Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Amb. Mohammed Mohammed.”
Tinubu will return to Abuja at the conclusion of the summit.
Victor Ezeja is a passionate journalist with seven years of experience writing on economy, politics and energy. He holds a Master's degree in Mass Communication.
