Tinubu to Address Nigerians at 7am on 66th Independence Anniversary

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will address the nation on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 7am as Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary.

The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday, September 30, by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy.

According to the statement, television and radio stations, as well as other electronic media outlets, have been advised to join the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria for the broadcast.

The presidential address will form part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.

President Tinubu Begins Three-Week Vacation, Heads to Europe Ahead of 2027 Campaign

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to leave Abuja on Sunday for Europe to begin a three-week vacation as part of his annual leave.

According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu’s first destination will be London, United Kingdom.

The President is expected to spend the period on what the Presidency described as a working vacation before returning to Nigeria.

His return is expected to coincide with preparations for the 2027 general elections, with the President scheduled to join the campaign activities ahead of the January 2027 presidential election.

The Presidency did not disclose further details about Tinubu’s itinerary or the specific activities planned for his three-week stay in Europe.

The President’s departure comes as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 elections, with various political parties and presidential contenders already stepping up their campaigns.

Tinubu, who is seeking another term in office, is expected to resume his official and political engagements upon his return to Nigeria.

The announcement of the President’s vacation was contained in a statement signed by Onanuga and dated August 30, 2026.