Tinubu departs Kigali after three-nation diplomatic tour
President Bola Tinubu has departed Kigali, Rwanda, after concluding a three-nation diplomatic visit to France, Kenya, and Rwanda.
The presidential jet departed the Presidential Wing of Kigali International Airport, Rwanda, at about 4.12pm (CAT) or 3.12pm (WAT) Nigeria on Friday.
In France, President Tinubu participated in the Africa-France Summit 2026, where discussions focused on strengthening political and economic cooperation between African nations and France.
Tinubu said his government’s reform programme is focused on removing economic distortions and stabilising key macroeconomic indicators to drive long-term growth.
During his visit to Kenya, the President attended high-level engagements centered on regional trade integration and private sector partnerships.
He also participated in meetings connected to the annual Africa CEO Forum, where African business leaders and policymakers explored strategies for boosting intra-African trade, industrialization, innovation, and job creation.
According to report, Tinubu emphasised the importance of collaboration among African economies to drive sustainable growth and strengthen the continent’s position in global markets.
In Rwanda, President Tinubu held bilateral discussions with government officials and business stakeholders on expanding cooperation in technology, aviation, finance, and regional security.
Also the discussions included investment talks with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private-sector arm of the World Bank Group, to include major infrastructure financing interests such as a reported $600 million port-related investment involving APM Terminals.
