President Bola Tinubu on Sunday arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, to attend the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. The President’s aircraft touched down at Zayed International Airport at approximately 11:30 pm local time, where he was received by Sheikh Shakhboot Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Tinubu is visiting the UAE at the official invitation of the UAE President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The annual summit serves as a global forum for world leaders, industry experts, and civil society organisations to address critical issues regarding energy innovation and the financial infrastructure required for renewable energy transitions. It was said during the summit that President Tinubu will aim to position Nigeria as a leading player in sustainable development, seeking to attract foreign investment and foster partnerships that align with the country’s national growth objectives.

Source: Punch January 11, 2026 21:49 UTC