Amid growing calls from concerned Nigerians for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to return to the country following his prolonged trip abroad, the Presidency has issued an official statement to address the situation, assuring the public that the President remains fully committed to his responsibilities and is actively governing from abroad.
In a statement released on Thursday, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed that although President Tinubu is currently outside Nigeria, he continues to perform his constitutional duties, maintaining constant contact with top government officials and security chiefs to manage national affairs.
Onanuga confirmed that the President, who initially traveled to Paris, France, later moved to London, United Kingdom, over the weekend, where he has since been stationed while closely monitoring developments back home. He further revealed that Tinubu has been actively giving directives, particularly concerning the nation’s security, as emerging security threats have been reported in different regions of the country.
The statement reads:
“The President left Paris for London at the weekend and has maintained constant communication with key government officials, overseeing critical national matters, including issuing directives to security chiefs to address emerging threats in some parts of the country.
“His return to Abuja and the resumption of duties at Aso Villa will follow the conclusion of the Easter holiday.”
Onanuga emphasized that the President’s unwavering commitment to his office remains intact, despite his temporary absence from Nigeria. He assured citizens that the current administration continues to function effectively under Tinubu’s leadership, with all governmental institutions carrying out their duties in accordance with established procedures.
“The President’s commitment to his duties remains unwavering, and his administration continues to function effectively under his leadership.
“We appreciate the public’s concern and assure all Nigerians that governance proceeds without interruption. The President remains firmly in charge of the nation’s affairs, even while temporarily away from home,” the statement concluded.