President Bola Tinubu has departed Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for Abuja after completing the Umrah pilgrimage, also known as the Lesser Hajj.
Tinubu’s aircraft took off from the Royal Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport at 5:13pm Saudi time on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President performed the Umrah rites in Makkah, including the circumambulation of the Holy Ka’abah.
He was also granted access to the interior of the sacred structure on Sunday, November 1, where he offered prayers for Nigeria’s peace, security, unity, and prosperity.
Tinubu is expected to visit Akwa Ibom State on Friday, November 6, to commission projects executed by Governor Umo Eno’s administration, including the Arise Palm Resort.
He is also scheduled to travel to Rivers State on Saturday, November 7, to attend the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally.
