US EditionTinubu Meets Pope Leo XIV in Rome
- President Bola Tinubu attended the solemn installation mass of Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican in Rome on Sunday, joining world leaders and dignitaries.
- Tinubu's visit followed a personal invitation from Pope Leo XIV, who was elected after Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, marking the start of a new papacy.
- During the event, Tinubu met Nigerian leaders Peter Obi and Kayode Fayemi, who facilitated interactions and warmly welcomed him to the Catholic gathering.
- Fayemi greeted the President by welcoming him to their church, to which Tinubu replied that he was the one to extend a warm welcome to both Fayemi and Peter, reflecting their friendly relationship.
- The installation and meeting highlighted the positive rapport between Nigeria and the Vatican, emphasizing their mutual dedication to unity, peacebuilding, and the protection of the environment.
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