ADSW: Nigerian President Tinubu Visits Abu Dhabi, Seeks to Strengthen Energy Partnerships

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Abu Dhabi to attend the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), one of the world’s leading global forums on sustainability and energy transition.

The West African leader arrived at Zayed International Airport late on 11 January and was received by Shakhboot Al-Nahyan, the minister of state at the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Tinubu is visiting the UAE at the official invitation of UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, according to Nigerian officials.

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week brings together heads of state, policymakers, industry leaders, financiers and civil society organisations to discuss energy innovation, climate action and the financial frameworks required to support renewable energy transitions.

This year’s edition, themed “The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go,” focuses on translating climate ambition into implementation, with emphasis on innovation, finance and people.

Nigeria’s participation comes as the country seeks to strengthen international cooperation on clean energy and sustainable development, while attracting foreign investment aligned with national growth objectives.