President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja following his participation in the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Tinubu arrived at the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport, Abuja, at around 8 pm on Tuesday, where he was welcomed by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, along with key ministers and security officials.
The summit, hosted by King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, took place on Monday and centered on pressing issues in the Middle East.
During the event, President Tinubu addressed the ongoing Israel-Palestinian conflict, reaffirming Nigeria’s call for an immediate ceasefire and a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
He emphasized the importance of reviving the two-state solution as a pathway to lasting peace, stressing that both Israelis and Palestinians must have the right to self-determination and peace.
The president also expressed deep concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza and urged for a more substantial international effort to address the region’s plight.
Tinubu warned that mere condemnations of the conflict would not suffice, noting that the situation in Palestine had persisted for far too long without a meaningful resolution.
He called on all parties to adhere to principles of proportionality and to uphold the basic rights of civilians, in line with international legal standards.
The Nigerian president also reflected on the profound historical impact of the conflict, noting that its consequences extend far beyond the region, influencing global divisions.
In his remarks, President Tinubu commended King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for hosting the summit, calling it a crucial step toward revitalizing diplomatic efforts for peace.
He assured the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) that Nigeria, with its own experiences, would continue to support international initiatives aimed at promoting peace and stability in the Middle East.
Tinubu was accompanied by several high-ranking officials, including Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Nuhu Ribadu, National Security Adviser; Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation; and Mohammed Mohammed, Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency.
