Prince William and Princess Catherine earlier welcomed President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu at the Fairmont Hotel in London ahead of the historic state visit.
The royal couple met the Nigerian presidential pair on Wednesday morning, March 18, 2026, for a brief meet-and-greet before escorting them on the short journey to Windsor Castle, where King Charles III and Queen Camilla were waiting to officially host them.
The elegant encounter, captured in official photographs and videos, showed warm handshakes and pleasant exchanges between the two couples.
This royal welcome preceded the main events of the day, which include a private audience with the King, viewing of a special Nigeria-themed exhibition from the Royal Collection, and a grand State Banquet at Windsor Castle this evening.
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