Lagos is abuzz as President Bola Tinubu makes his grand return to his political turf for the end-of-year holidays, after a whirlwind tour of northern Nigeria. The President, fresh from a series of headline-grabbing appearances in Borno and Bauchi, is back in the city that made him,and the city he never lets forget it.

In Borno, Tinubu was welcomed with fanfare by Governor Babagana Zulum and a parade of top officials. The President wasted no time in cutting ribbons and posing for cameras at the commissioning of government projects, all touted as game-changers for a region still reeling from years of unrest. The administration’s PR machine was in full swing, highlighting these projects as proof of Tinubu’s “commitment” to rebuilding the North, though critics question the real impact on the ground.

But it wasn’t all business. The President made a high-profile appearance at the wedding of Sadeeq Sheriff, son of political heavyweight Ali Modu Sheriff. The event was a who’s who of Nigeria’s elite, with Tinubu front and center, reinforcing his image as the ultimate political connector. The message was clear: Tinubu is the man to know, and he’s not shy about showing it.

Next stop: Bauchi State, where Tinubu paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, a revered Islamic leader. The President’s visit was widely covered, with cameras capturing every handshake and solemn moment. The gesture was billed as a show of solidarity with the Muslim community, but some saw it as another calculated move to shore up support in the North.

Now, with his northern tour complete, Tinubu is settling into Lagos for the holidays. Sources say he plans to “rest” and “consult” with key stakeholders, but insiders expect a flurry of closed-door meetings and strategic appearances designed to keep him in the spotlight.

The highlight of Tinubu’s Lagos stay? His expected star turn as guest of honour at the iconic Eyo Festival. The event, set for Tafawa Balewa Square, promises all the spectacle and tradition Lagos is known for, with the President at the center of it all. This year’s festival will pay homage to Tinubu’s late mother and other Lagos legends, ensuring the President’s personal story remains front and center in the city’s cultural narrative.

Political analysts are watching closely, as Tinubu’s every move in Lagos is seen as a signal for the year ahead. Meetings with business moguls, traditional rulers, and political allies are on the agenda, along with carefully staged moments with family and friends. The President’s Lagos holiday is less about relaxation and more about reinforcing his grip on power in Nigeria’s economic capital.

As Lagosians gear up for the festivities, President Tinubu’s presence is being spun as a symbol of unity and progress. But beneath the surface, it’s clear this homecoming is as much about political theatre as it is about tradition. For Tinubu, the show must go on,and Lagos is his stage.