Nigerian President Bola Tinubu stumbled during a ceremonial welcome in Ankara on Jan. 27, 2026, but was unharmed and continued his state visit focused on boosting trade, defense, and investment ties with Turkey.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu stumbled during a welcome ceremony in Ankara, Turkey, on January 27, 2026, during a state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. The incident, captured on video and widely shared online, occurred as he walked past dignitaries; officials attributed the misstep to a metal object or uneven carpet, not a health issue. The presidency confirmed Tinubu was unharmed and continued his full schedule, including bilateral talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and a joint press conference. No injuries were reported, and the visit proceeded without disruption.