The fans were flown on planes chartered by Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and are reportedly being housed in high-end hotels including the Fairmont and the JW Marriott Parq.
The Al Udeid base, which normally hosts around 10,000 soldiers and civilian personnel, according to reports, had been previously evacuated.
The Qatari government rejected Mr Tinubu’s proposed visit for a business parley on March 2 and 3.
While in Doha, Mr Buhari will reinforce Nigeria’s commitment to support the most vulnerable countries to meet their development challenges.
Nigeria’s Ambassador to Qatar, Yakubu Ahmed, says both countries enjoy mutually beneficial relationships.
