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President Tinubu Falls On His Knees During Parade in Turkey [Video]

President Tinubu fell during a ceremonial parade in Turkey on Tuesday.

Truetells Nigeria reports that the President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, fell briefly during a ceremonial parade organised for his reception in Türkiye on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

This online news platform understands that President Tinubu fell when he joined the guard of honour.

The Nigerian leader was quickly helped to his feet by the security operatives who surrounded him.

Watch the moment President Tinubu fell in Turkey below…

 

There was a little distraction after the president stumbled, but the event continued without disruption.

Truetells Nigeria reports that President Tinubu is in Turkey to consolidate the relationship with Nigeria and also explore new areas of cooperation.

During the visit, Tinubu will hold bilateral talks with his Turkish counterpart, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, on issues of trade, security, investment and regional cooperation.

The programme will also feature the signing of several memoranda of understanding between the two nations, alongside other high-level official engagements.

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