WATCH: Tinubu Stumbles During Official Reception Parade in Turkey

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday drew public attention in Turkey after he briefly stumbled during an official reception parade held in his honour.

The moment happened at the parade ground shortly after the Nigerian leader stepped forward to inspect the guard of honour assembled for the ceremonial march-past.

However, President regained his balance almost immediately, and the programme continued without any interruption.

The incident occurred in the presence of Turkish officials and members of the Nigerian delegation, as well as security personnel overseeing the ceremony. Observers noted that the brief stumble did not affect the flow of events, as protocol activities resumed moments later.

President Tinubu is in Turkey on an official visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between Nigeria and Türkiye. The visit is part of ongoing efforts by both countries to expand cooperation across key sectors and reinforce existing bilateral relations.

During his stay, the Nigerian President is expected to hold high-level bilateral talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

Discussions are expected to focus on trade relations, defence and security cooperation, investment opportunities, and broader regional issues of mutual concern.

The visit will also feature the signing of several memoranda of understanding designed to deepen collaboration between both countries. These agreements are expected to cut across areas such as energy, infrastructure, solid minerals, and industrial development.

A business and investment forum has also been scheduled as part of the official programme. The forum is expected to bring together Nigerian and Turkish business leaders, with the goal of opening new channels for private-sector partnerships and economic growth.

Senior government officials accompanied President Tinubu on the trip. Those involved in official engagements during the visit include the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, and the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd).

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