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  • Nigeria Approves 30-Day Visa-Free Entry For Rwandans After Tinubu-Kagame Meeting

    Nigeria has approved a 30-day visa-free entry policy for citizens of Rwanda, marking a new step in strengthening diplomatic and travel relations between both countries.

    The development was announced on Friday by the Nigeria Immigration Service, which confirmed that all arrangements had been concluded for the implementation of the directive approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

    Tinubu, Kagame Deepen Bilateral Talks

    The decision comes shortly after Tinubu’s visit to Kigali for the Africa CEO Forum held on Thursday.

    Ahead of the summit, the Nigerian President held a bilateral meeting with Paul Kagame at the Urugwiro Presidential Villa.

    According to reports, both leaders discussed areas of cooperation including trade, tourism, regional integration and security collaboration.

    During the meeting, Tinubu reportedly hinted that Nigeria was considering adopting a visa-free policy similar to Rwanda’s existing 30-day entry arrangement for Nigerians.

    Push For African Integration

    The President described the move as part of broader efforts to encourage Pan-Africanism and strengthen relationships among African nations.

    Officials believe the new policy will improve movement between both countries while boosting tourism, business activities and diplomatic exchanges.

    The visa-free arrangement is also expected to further deepen economic and cultural ties between Nigeria and Rwanda as both countries continue to expand cooperation across multiple sectors.

  • Tinubu Returns To Lagos After France, Kenya, Rwanda Trip Ahead Of APC Primaries

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Lagos following his official visits to France, Kenya and Rwanda.

    The President’s aircraft reportedly landed at the Presidential Wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, at about 7:12 p.m. on Friday.

    Sanwo-Olu, Gbajabiamila Receive Tinubu

    According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu was received by Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor Femi Hamzat, Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila, Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly Mudashiru Obasa and other government officials.

    The Presidency said Tinubu held meetings with global investors during his stay in France, where he reportedly highlighted his administration’s economic reforms, transparency and fiscal discipline policies.

    Tinubu Attends Africa Forward Summit

    The President also attended the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, alongside other African leaders and business executives.

    The summit was co-hosted by Emmanuel Macron and William Ruto.

    At the event, Tinubu reportedly called for reforms in the global financial system and stronger African economic integration.

    He also spoke on Nigeria’s blue economy potential and pledged to share the country’s maritime intelligence infrastructure with willing Gulf of Guinea nations.

    Meetings In Rwanda

    During the trip, Tinubu also held a bilateral meeting with Madagascan President Michael Randrianirina.

    In Kigali, Rwanda, the Nigerian leader participated in the Africa CEO Forum alongside investors, CEOs and African leaders discussing regional integration and investment opportunities across the continent.

    He also met with Paul Kagame and delegations from multinational organisations including the International Finance Corporation and APM Terminals.

    According to the Presidency, the meetings recorded “notable favourable outcomes.”

    APC Primaries Next

    The statement further disclosed that Tinubu would participate in the upcoming All Progressives Congress primaries scheduled to begin on Saturday in Lagos.

    The President had earlier urged party members to maintain peace and conduct themselves responsibly during the exercise.