King Charles’ youngest brother, Prince Edward, arrived in Nigeria on Monday as part of his royal duties.
According to local media, the Duke of Edinburgh is embarking on a week-long visit to convene a major international youth gathering in Lagos.
“The Duke of Edinburgh will bring together almost 200 young participants from more than 50 countries for the Duke of Edinburgh International Award program,” according to an article in GB News.
“As chair of the Prize’s international foundation, Prince Edward will oversee both an intensive three-day youth leadership program and the organization’s triennial forum,” the report said.
The events, which will take place from November 17 to 23, aim to expand global access to the rewards program.
Comparing Edward’s visit to the African country to his nephew’s tour of the country last year, the publication said “Prince Edward’s full week-long schedule stands in stark contrast to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s three-day visit to Nigeria in May 2024.”
The US-based couple visited Nigeria from May 10-12, focusing on promoting the Invictus Games Foundation and supporting injured military personnel.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were invited by Nigeria’s Chief of Defense Staff after the country became the first African country to join the Invictus Community of Nations in 2022.
“While both royal visits champion youth development, they represent markedly different approaches and organizational directions,” GB News wrote.
While Edward and his wife Sophie often represent King Charles in their official engagements, Harry and Meghan Markle are no longer working members of the royal family and undertake trips abroad and support charities in their personal capacities.
