The President’s latest journey, which began on Sunday, May 24, 2026, marks his 52nd trip, with the Presidency announcing a three-week vacation in Europe, starting with London. According to presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu will return to join preparations for the January 2027 elections.

Before this current holiday, data indicates Tinubu had visited at least 30 countries, with France and the United Kingdom being his most frequent destinations. His extensive itinerary has included international summits, state visits, bilateral meetings, investment engagements, and both working and private vacations across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Specific major trips included the G20 Leaders’ Summit in India (2023), an extended working tour of France and the UK (2025), and a state visit to Türkiye (2026) where nine agreements were signed.

In defense of his latest absence, the Presidency described the leave as “well-deserved,” noting the President’s continuous attention to pressing national issues over several months. Special Adviser Sunday Dare stated the holiday is an opportunity for Tinubu to “refuel” ahead of the intense political activities leading up to the 2027 general elections, emphasizing that he would remain engaged with state matters and receive daily briefings while on leave.

Upon discovering that acquaintances and people she genuinely cared for had intentionally shut her out simply because she did not have a child, the realization hit her with immense sorrow. Bimpe emphasized that the exclusion cut deep not out of a desire for pity, but because of her genuine love for children and her earnest wish to share in the joy and milestones of those around her.

Detailing her raw vulnerability, she recounted returning home from celebrating baby Rakeem and being overwhelmed by memories of that difficult season, where she constantly questioned what she had done wrong to deserve such treatment. She highlighted the multifaceted toll of fertility struggles—noting that the waiting, the constant questioning, the unsolicited insults, and the quiet, agonizing prayers are already an overwhelming burden to bear.

Concluding her heartfelt message with a passionate plea to society, Bimpe urged people not to compound this pain through intentional exclusion. She stressed that a woman who is childless is no less deserving of friendship, inclusion, love, or celebration, reminding everyone to choose compassion, extend invitations, and remain mindful of the hidden battles others fight behind their smiles.