President Bola Tinubu and David Alaba. Image source: PUNCH News
David Alaba, an Austrian-Nigerian footballer, presented a Real Madrid jersey to Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, while visiting France.
Alaba, whose parents are from Ijebu Ode in Ogun state, appeared delighted to meet Tinubu and posed for photos with him.
While attending the Global Financing Pact Summit in France, Tinubu, the Nigerian president, had his first official trip since his May 29 inauguration. He also took the chance to meet with Nigerians in Paris.
The ex-governor of Lagos state engaged with the diaspora in Paris, France, marking an important moment in his international outreach.
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission and the Nigerian Mission in France organized the meeting.
Nigerians living in France, including the Los Blancos defender, attended the lively event.
President Tinubu welcomed the Austrian international, who is considered one of the best defenders globally, during the diaspora engagement.
Alaba’s presence excited football enthusiasts and political observers alike, capturing their attention with an extra dimension of excitement.
Nigerian journalist KC shared pictures on Twitter to amplify the significance of the event’s memorable moments.
The images depict President Tinubu interacting with the Austrian, taking their photo, and posing while holding his Real Madrid jersey.