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President Bola Tinubu will on Sunday depart Nigeria for Riyadh in Saudi Arabia.
Tinubu will attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit, which will focus on the current situation in the Middle East.
The scheduled trip was made public by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, on Saturday.
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The Summit will commence on Monday, November 11, 2024.
The statement added, “It is being held at the invitation of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and follows last year’s summit in the same Saudi city.
“During the summit, President 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.”
Those in the President’s entourage include the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar.
Others are the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris and the Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Amb. Mohammed Mohammed.
In other news, president Bola Tinubu has promoted the acting Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Oluyede to the position of Lieutenant General.
Tinubu decorated Oluyede with his new rank during a short ceremony at his office in the Presidential Villa on Tuesday.
The President commended the military for its unwavering courage, dedication and patriotism in maintaining the nation’s security.
“It is both an honour and a privilege to decorate you today. This recognition reflects your commitment and service to the Nigerian military, which speaks volumes through your exemplary record.
“We recognise all that you have been doing to ensure the country is safe and stable,’’ the President said.
Tinubu assured the military that the government would always listen to their advice and keep the country on the path of peace and prosperity.
“We are facing challenges, but progress is being made,’’ he added.
