President Bola Tinubu is set to embark on a trip to France on Monday, departing from Abuja, according to a statement by presidential media aide, Ajuri Ngelale.
The statement confirmed that President Tinubu will return to the country after a brief work stay in France, but did not disclose the purpose of the trip.
This development comes after the presidency barred unauthorized government officials from attending the upcoming United Nations General Assembly in New York, citing the need to reduce bloated governance costs.
The directive was issued by Chief of Staff Femi Gbajiabiamila during a retreat for heads of agencies under the presidency, emphasizing the need to curb unnecessary travel expenses.
The silence on the motive for President Tinubu’s trip to France has sparked curiosity, especially in light of the recent cost-cutting measures implemented by the presidency.
