President Bola Ahmed Tinubu landed in Lagos on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, to kick off his Christmas and New Year celebrations. The President’s jet touched down at the Presidential Wing of Murtala Mohammed International Airport at exactly 3:23 pm, marking the beginning of his holiday in the bustling commercial capital.
The President’s arrival was greeted by an entourage led by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, his deputy, Dr. Femi Hamzat, and several members of the Lagos State Cabinet. Also present were prominent leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC), showcasing the significance of the President’s homecoming to his political base.
Before his Lagos trip, Tinubu made a major policy move in Abuja by presenting the 2025 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly. The proposed budget includes a bold target to stabilise the exchange rate at N1,500 per US dollar, emphasising his administration’s commitment to economic recovery and stability.
The President’s Yuletide visit comes at a time of renewed optimism, as his government continues to implement reforms aimed at repositioning Nigeria for sustained development. The festive break offers Tinubu an opportunity to engage with Lagos residents and reflect on the progress made in his first year as president.
