On Sunday August 4, 2024, a leaked “live” presidential broadcast speech by President Bol Tinubu caused a stir across Nigeria. The speech, which had been prematurely released online despite being embargoed, prompted a unique reaction: citizens followed along with the president, reading the speech word for word in real time......See Full Story>>.....See Full Story>>
The reactions were a mix of disbelief and humor. Many Nigerians took to social media to express their astonishment and amusement. One user remarked on the surreal nature of the situation, questioning the state of the country with a mix of laughter and frustration. Another expressed a sentiment of collective exasperation, suggesting that other countries might find the situation entertaining in a darkly humorous way.
Comments on the post ranged from light-hearted jokes to more critical observations. Some users found the situation absurd and likened it to a comedy skit, reflecting a broader sense of frustration with the political climate.
However, some netizens were unperturbed about the development noting that, the immediate past President, Muhammadu Buhari’s speeches were leaked too.