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Head of state · Nigeria

Bola Ahmed Tinubu

President of Nigeria

In office sinceMay 29, 20233 years, 4 months

Bola Ahmed Tinubu is the President of Nigeria, in office since May 29, 2023. Also heads the government. Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).

Connections

Leaders · U.S. mission · Reported with

U.S. chargé d’affairesKeith HeffernU.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Nigeria
U.S. consul generalBrandon HudspethU.S. Consul General in LagosSince August 2026 · 2 months
Ambassador to the U.S.Lateef Kayode Kolawole AreAmbassador of Nigeria to the United StatesSince May 21, 2026 · 4 months

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Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).