Buhari embarks on first international trip in 50 days

President Muhammadu Buhari has embarked on a trip to N’Djamena, Chadian capital – his first international trip in 50 days.

Buhari is visiting Chad for the inauguration of President Idriss Deby, who will on Monday take the oath of office for the fifth time.

Since June 19 when Buhari returned from London where he went to rest and seek medical attention, the president has not left the shores of the country.

The issue of international travels had attracted criticisms, with many accusing the president of spending a lot on foreign trips.

This is Buhari’s second official visit to Chad, and his 28th international trip.

Six of those trips were made within his first 50 days in office.