It was the 9th presidential inauguration and 7th in the fourth republic, and took place in the Eagle Square in Abuja, F.C.T.

Tinubu was announced winner of the disputed 2023 Nigerian presidential election on 1 March, after a tight race.

[1] The official swearing-in ceremony took place at Eagle Square in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory from 08:00 hours (UTC+1).

Chief Justice Olukayode Ariwoola administered the oath of office taken by President-elect Bola Tinubu.

In attendance were former Nigerian heads of state General Yakubu Gowon, and President Goodluck Jonathan.