President Bola Tinubu has returned back to Nigeria after embarking on diplomatic visits to Paris and London.

The Nigerian leader touched down at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, where he was met with an enthusiastic reception from his loyal supporters.

He arrived at exactly 05:13pm.

His return is timed just before the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, also known as Sallah celebrations.

He is expected to head to his private residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, to observe the upcoming Sallah festivities.

Recall that on Friday, Tinubu concluded his official visit to Paris, where he actively participated in the summit for ‘A New Global Financing Pact,’ hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron. During the summit, the President took advantage of the platform to engage in high-profile sideline meetings with fellow heads of state, global business leaders, and notable executives from renowned multilateral and development finance institutions worldwide.

Initially, President Tinubu was expected to return to Abuja on Saturday. However, he proceeded to London, United Kingdom, for a brief private visit.

In a statement released on Saturday by his media aide, Dele Alake, it was announced that Tinubu would be back in the country in time for the Eid-el-Kabir festival, which is scheduled for Wednesday.

“Tinubu, who was initially scheduled to be back in Abuja on Saturday, will now proceed to London, United Kingdom, for a short private visit,” a statement signed by the Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communication and Strategy, read.