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"The jollof is only the best; Nigerian of course" King Charles says as Royal Family host state banquet at Windsor Castle in honour of Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and wife Remi Tinubu (photos/videos)
**King Charles Praises Nigerian Jollof at State Banquet**
In a gesture of warmth and respect, the British Royal Family recently hosted Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to a grand State Banquet at Windsor Castle. The event, which took place on Wednesday, March 18, marked a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between the two nations.
The evening was attended by senior members of the Royal Family, including Prince and Princess of Wales, Princess Anne, and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh. The atmosphere was filled with elegance and sophistication as the guests were treated to a sumptuous feast prepared by top chefs.
In his speech, King Charles revealed that he recently hosted a group of young Nigerians in the UK for a night of jollof and tea. He jokingly said that the young Nigerians made him understand that "the jollof is only the best; Nigerian of course." The comment was met with laughter and applause from President Tinubu, who was clearly flattered by the compliment.
This State Visit marked a significant moment in history, as it was the first time since 1989 that the UK has hosted a State Visit from a Nigerian leader. It was also the first time that the British Royal Family has welcomed a Muslim head of state during Ramadan. The visit is a testament to the growing diplomatic ties between the two nations.
During their two-day trip, President Tinubu and his wife were treated to a series of events and ceremonies, including the State Banquet at Windsor Castle. The visit is a significant milestone in the history of Nigeria-UK relations and a reflection of the strong bonds between the two nations.