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Saudi summit: Tinubu will push for revival of two-nation solution, ceasefire on Middle East crisis
President Bola Tinubu’s mission in the Islamic nations’ summit in Riyadhl, Saudi Arabia, is focused advocatiing a two-nation solution to the tough Middle East crisis.
Also, during the summit, President Tinubu will address the ongoing Israel-Palestinian conflict, emphasising Nigeria’s strong call for an immediate ceasefire and the urgent need for a peaceful resolution.”
A statement by the President’s spokesman, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, stated that President Tinubu will be attendimg the Riyadlh meeting on the invitation of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
According to the statement, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Sunday for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit, which will focus on the current situation in the Middle East.
“The Summit will commence on Monday, November 11, 2024. It is being held at the invitation of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and follows last year’s summit in the same Saudi city.”
Nigeria will be expected to advocate renewed efforts to “revive the two-state solution as a pathway to lasting peace in the region.”
The event, which actually begins on Monday, is devoted to finding solution to the crisis in the Middle East.
In line with Nigeria’s position, Tinubu will will advocate renewed efforts to “revive the two-state solution as a pathway to lasting peace in the region.”
Other government officials expected to accompany Tinubu include the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar; National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu; the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris; and the Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Mohammed Mohammed, will be part of his entourage to Saudi Arabia.
President Tinubu will return to Abuja after the meeting.
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