Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales on Wednesday warmly received Bola Tinubu and Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, at the Fairmont Hotel, ahead of the historic state visit to the United Kingdom.
The royal couple met the Nigerian leaders on the morning of March 18, 2026, for a brief but cordial meet-and-greet before accompanying them on a short journey to Windsor Castle, where King Charles III and Queen Camilla are set to formally host them.
The encounter, captured in official photographs and videos, featured warm handshakes and friendly exchanges between both couples, reflecting the strong diplomatic ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
The royal reception precedes a series of high-level engagements scheduled for the day, including a private audience with the King, a viewing of a special Nigeria-themed exhibition from the Royal Collection, and a grand State Banquet at Windsor Castle later in the evening.