November 10, (THEWILL) – President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit, which will focus on the current situation in the Middle East.
The presidential airplane landed at the King Abdulaziz International Airport at about 10 a.m. local time on Sunday.
He was received on arrival by a delegation led by the deputy governor of Riyadh, Prince Mohammed Abdurrahman.
The Riyadh Summit is scheduled to commence on Monday, November 11, 2024.
In a statement, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, said the event is at the instance of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
During the summit, 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.
The president is expected to return after the conclusion of the summit.
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