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Oando Boss Wale Tinubu Joins President Tinubu for Umrah in Saudi Arabia, Prays for Nigeria

Oando Group Chief Executive Wale Tinubu has joined President Bola Tinubu for the lesser Hajj in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, offering prayers for Nigeria's peace, progress and prosperity.

By OYEBODE OLUWAFEMI EMMANUEL

2 min read 3 views Updated Nov 2, 2026
The Group Chief Executive of Oando Plc, Wale Tinubu, has joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in performing Umrah, also known as the lesser Hajj, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The businessman confirmed his participation in the religious exercise on Saturday, October 31, 2026, describing the pilgrimage as an opportunity for spiritual reflection, gratitude and renewed commitment to service.
Wale Tinubu disclosed the development through a post on his X account, where he expressed appreciation for the opportunity to perform the Islamic pilgrimage alongside the Nigerian President. He reflected on the spiritual significance of Makkah, explaining that the experience encourages humility, brotherhood and a sense of shared humanity regardless of social or professional status.
The Oando chief executive also offered prayers for Nigeria, seeking divine blessings for peace, progress and prosperity. His participation comes after President Tinubu travelled to Saudi Arabia on Thursday, October 29, as part of a religious visit intended to provide an opportunity for worship and prayers for the country's unity, stability and development.
President Tinubu completed the Umrah rites at the Grand Mosque, Masjid al-Haram, in the early hours of Friday, October 30. Speaking after the exercise, the President described the pilgrimage as spiritually fulfilling and significant for Nigeria. He also encouraged Nigerians to pray for national harmony and peaceful elections ahead of the country's general elections scheduled for January 2027.
The President's visit involved several political leaders, senior government officials and business figures, including Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, Sokoto State Governor Ahmad Aliyu and BUA Group Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu. Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria the following week after completing his religious engagements in Saudi Arabia.

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Oando Group Chief Executive Wale Tinubu has joined President Bola Tinubu for the lesser Hajj in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, offering prayers for Nigeria's peace, progress and prosperity. The Group Chief Executive of Oando Plc, Wale Tinubu, has joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in performing Umrah, also known as the lesser Hajj, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The businessman confirmed...

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  • Oando Group Chief Executive Wale Tinubu has joined President Bola Tinubu for the lesser Hajj in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, offering prayers for Nigeria's peace, progress and prosperity.
  • The Group Chief Executive of Oando Plc, Wale Tinubu, has joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in performing Umrah, also known as the lesser Hajj, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
  • The businessman confirmed his participation in the religious exercise on Saturday, October 31, 2026, describing the pilgrimage as an opportunity for spiritual reflection, gratitude and renewed commitment to service.Wale Tinubu disclosed the development through a post on his X account, where he expressed appreciation for the opportunity to perform the Islamic pilgrimage alongside the Nigerian President.
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Oando Group Chief Executive Wale Tinubu has joined President Bola Tinubu for the lesser Hajj in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, offering prayers for Nigeria's peace, progress and prosperity. The Group Chief Executive of Oando Plc, Wale Tinubu, has joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in performing Umrah, also known as the lesser Hajj, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The businessman confirmed...

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October 31, 2026

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