Sowore claims Tinubu skips UNGA fearing US arrest, says he's treated in France

Sowore alleges that President Bola Tinubu is avoiding the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York because he fears arrest by the US government over an alleged past drug‑trafficking case. He made the claim in a post on X on September 20, 2026, also saying Tinubu is not on vacation in Paris but is receiving medical treatment in France. Sowore framed the situation as part of a broader pattern of secrecy and deception in Nigerian leadership, comparing it to the illnesses of former presidents Yar’Adua and Buhari. Other politicians, including former vice‑president Atiku Abubakar, have also demanded an explanation for Tinubu’s third consecutive absence from the UNGA. The allegations remain unverified; no official statement from the Presidency or US authorities has been cited in the report. Readers should note that the claims are attributed solely to Sowore and have not been corroborated by independent sources. As the story develops, watch for official responses from the Nigerian government or the US State Department, and consider seeking verified information before forming conclusions about the President’s travel or health status.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/20/tinubu-cant-attend-unga-because-he-fears-arrest-sowore/