The presidential aircraft touched down at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport at about 12:18 a.m. local time, marking the beginning of a high-level diplomatic engagement expected to bring together African leaders, global policymakers and development partners.
President Tinubu was received on arrival by Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, The summit, jointly hosted by Kenyan President According to the Presidency, Tinubu’s participation reflects Nigeria’s commitment to promoting African unity, expanding regional economic collaboration and advancing strategic partnerships capable of accelerating development across the continent.
The summit is also expected to provide a platform for bilateral and multilateral engagements between African leaders and international stakeholders aimed at unlocking new opportunities for growth and continental integration.
During the meetings, President Tinubu is expected to hold discussions on key issues affecting Africa’s economic future, including trade expansion, food security, climate action, digital economy development and maritime cooperation.
The President’s delegation includes the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Others on the delegation are the Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change, Mrs Omotenioye Majekodunmi; Nigeria’s Ambassador to France, Amb. Ayodele Oke; and Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, Minister of State designate for Foreign Affairs.
The Africa Forward Summit is expected to attract heads of state, business executives, investors and policy experts from across Africa and beyond as discussions intensify on building stronger African-led solutions to economic and developmental challenges.