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William and Kate welcome Nigerian president Bola Tinubu and his wife
- Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu arrive for a two-day state visit to Windsor Castle hosted by King Charles III.
- A guard of honour and a royal procession welcome the Nigerian delegation to Windsor in bright spring weather.
- President Tinubu and King Charles inspect the Guard of Honour during the ceremonial welcome.
- Gifts exchanged: Mrs. Tinubu presented a jewellery box to the Queen, and Tinubu gave the King an Eyo statuette.
- Royal Collection exhibits on Nigeria are viewed by the Nigerian delegation, including a tiny manuscript by Sir Ben Okri.
- Windsor officials note Ramadan and Eid timing influence the visit schedule, including an evening state banquet.
- The Nigerian delegation is accompanied by Nigerian officials including the attorney general and minister of state for foreign affairs.
- The visit signals deepening UK-Nigeria ties amid broader regional and economic discussions.
- Royal family members participate in the welcome, including the Prince and Princess of Wales greeting the Nigerian president.
- The two-day visit includes a formal audience and potential further engagements at Windsor Castle.
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