President Bola Tinubu has responded to his critics during a visit to Benue State, days after deadly attacks on communities allegedly carried out by Fulani herdsmen left over 200 people dead and several properties destroyed.
In a video shared on X (formerly Twitter), Tinubu was seen arriving in the state, warmly received by students from various colleges who lined up in a long queue and recited the national anthem in his honor.
The president’s visit comes amid heightened tension following the attacks, which triggered widespread outrage across the state.
Many residents, dissatisfied with the government’s handling of the security crisis, took to the streets in protest.
Some demonstrators went as far as attacking and attempting to tear the flag of the ruling party, APC, as a sign of their displeasure.
Amid the unrest, Tinubu delivered a speech during an event held in his honor. In his address, he acknowledged the polarized nature of politics and the presence of opposition, stating:
“Not everybody will like you in politics. They hate me like hell, but I am here. I am the president.”
His remark stirred mixed reactions online as users flooded the comment section of the video post to share their thoughts on the president’s statement and the situation in Benue.
See some reactions below:
@funnycrown6: “Nah that clap Dey vex me pass Mtww.”
@Itschristy___: “Many things dey vex me for this video, I don’t even know where to start from.”
@Updated_CEO: “Oga resign since the people don’t want. Nigeria no b one man business.”
@PresidentIkemba: “Who are those clapping? People’s parents? In this undemocratic regime?”
@ezzytohbahdt: “Is this today’s speech or from last year cos I no understand how this take concern the killings going on. Omo which country be this na.”
@Notsouglyfgs: “This one na just to make him name dey for that nigerian presidents list him dey find all this tine now he got it.”
@mr_stitch01: “Before, didn’t you want to take it? Goodluck took even more than this.”
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