President Bola Tinubu has received a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle as he began a two-day state visit to the United Kingdom. The Nigerian leader and his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, were hosted on Wednesday by King Charles III and given full military honours, including a 42-gun salute.
The couple were earlier received by Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, before travelling to Windsor, where they inspected a Guard of Honour. The programme included an exchange of gifts and a viewing of Nigeria-related items in the Royal Collection.
A state banquet is scheduled later, with both leaders expected to deliver speeches, while the president and his wife will also lay a wreath at the tomb of Queen Elizabeth II in St George’s Chapel. They are also due to meet organisations involved in interfaith dialogue.
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On Thursday, President Tinubu is expected to hold talks with Keir Starmer and members of the Nigerian community. The visit is aimed at strengthening ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, with discussions expected to cover trade, security, and governance.
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