President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Receives Former President Goodluck Jonathan at the Presidential Villa After Guinea-Bissau Election Mission
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| President Tinubu in a warm handshake with former President Jonathan at the State House yesterday Photo credit: Statehouse Media |
The Presidential Villa in Abuja was the venue of a significant diplomatic engagement on Saturday, as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu formally received former President Goodluck Jonathan following his return from an election monitoring assignment in Guinea-Bissau.
According to information released by the Presidency, former President Jonathan had travelled to Guinea-Bissau as part of a West African regional mission focused on supporting democratic processes in the country. His return drew national interest after reports of political uncertainty and a military takeover emerged from the West African nation.
Images from the engagement at the Villa show warm exchanges and cordial interaction, reflecting long-standing respect between the two Nigerian leaders. The atmosphere highlighted Nigeria’s tradition of statesmanship and unity among past and present national leaders, particularly in matters affecting regional stability.
During the meeting, President Tinubu commended Jonathan for his continued service to the continent through democracy-strengthening initiatives. Discussions also touched on the evolving political situation in Guinea-Bissau, the importance of safeguarding electoral integrity, and Nigeria’s leadership role within the ECOWAS community.
The Presidency reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to fostering peace, security, and reliable democratic transitions across West Africa, emphasizing that the nation will continue to play a frontline role in stabilizing the region.
The meeting took place on Saturday, 29 November 2025, underscoring Nigeria’s ongoing diplomatic engagement amid rising political shifts within the sub-region.