President Bola Tinubu is set to embark on a diplomatic mission to Beijing, China, departing from Abuja on Thursday.
The Presidency announced on Tuesday that President Tinubu’s itinerary includes meetings with key Chinese businesses and leaders, such as executives from Huawei Technologies and the China Railway and Construction Corporation.
These discussions aim to advance major infrastructure projects, including the completion of the Ibadan to Abuja segment of the Lagos to Kano high-speed rail line.
Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, revealed that President Tinubu will make a brief stop in the United Arab Emirates before continuing to China.
In a press release issued on Thursday, Ngelale stated: “President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja for Beijing, China, on Thursday, 29th August, for an official visit. The President will have a brief layover in the United Arab Emirates.”
During his visit to China, President Tinubu is scheduled to meet with President Xi Jinping and participate in discussions with Chinese business leaders during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. He will be joined by senior government officials, underscoring the significance of the visit for Nigeria’s strategic interests in fostering economic partnerships and development projects.
