Was Sowore Right To Mock Tinubu After Falling? Nigerians React

The fall suffered by President Bola Tinubu has enlivened Nigerian social media with many putting civil rights activist, Omoyele Sowore to task over his perceived mockery of the president after the fall.

The incident, which quickly went viral, showed Tinubu regaining his balance and continuing the event without further issues.

Omoyele Sowore, a well-known Nigerian politician and activist, mocked Tinubu’s stumble on social media, calling it “Tinubu’s Great Fall In Abuja.” This sparked a wide range of reactions from Nigerians.

Many criticized Sowore for making fun of an elderly man. For example, hafeeanubasy called it “silly and hateful opposition,” pointing out that similar mockery occurred during former President Jonathan’s time without much outrage.

IgOga commented that Sowore’s behavior is a reason he might never be Nigeria’s president, saying he is “not a good soul.”

Others defended Sowore, arguing that political figures should be open to criticism. Kukutente23 reminded people of the harsh criticisms former President Jonathan faced, questioning the double standards. Kingpele linked Tinubu’s physical fall to the economic struggles Nigeria is facing, suggesting Tinubu might not realize the negative impact of his leadership.

Some opinions were more neutral. Zed7 felt that while laughing at someone’s fall is petty, the broader issue of political critique shouldn’t be ignored. Several people noted that Sowore faced less backlash when he attacked other candidates like Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, questioning why his comments about Tinubu are causing such a stir.

In conclusion, Sowore’s mockery of Tinubu has highlighted the divided opinions among Nigerians, sparking a debate on the limits of political satire and respect for public figures.

See some reactions to Sowore on his comment on the fall suffered by President Tinubu:

hafeeanubasy: Silly and hateful opposition!

You guys were not silly and hateful when you named a goat Jonathan abi?

Chikel20000: Wondering if it had being Peter Obi or any other who fell…

Kukutente23: that’s what I want them to admit. The curses dis guys poured on Jonathan. Even insulting his wife, yet not even one arrest. Buharis wife arrested students who insulted her yet dis guys want us to pretend that nothing bad happened

IgOga: One reason Sowore may never be Nigeria president.

Why make jest of an elderly man tripping.

Sowore is not a good soul

NeckingNgulping: The fall was huge. He can fall down and die, no reasonable Nigerian will mourn his passing.

Since he doesn’t want to stay with his grandchildren and rest, he’s going to rest with his ancestors.

SadiqBabaSani: Sowore is the most foolish Itsekiri man alive

zed7: Fair play, anyone can fall. Anyone laughing at Tinubu is obviously petty.

I don’t like the clueless dude, but making his fall a public ridicule is petty. I’ll never ridicule people for their health. Good health is from God.

EreluRoz: He will never smell presidency, untrained and indisciplined human ain’t fit to lead. Imagine a father and husband vomiting trash. Alaboshi

Others who commented on Sowore and the fall by Tinubu at Eagles Square wrote:

EyeCumInPiece: But anyone who attacks Tinubu is tagged Obidient.

Walahi, cocaine is not good. Grin

Kingpele: He fall yataka just as he made our economy fall…this is a testament that tinubu might not really be aware that he dragging Nigeria backwards …elders can be decieved like children because of receding memory and gait

hafeeanubasy: Silly and hateful opposition!

Oh you just woke up??

Good morning!

But he was patriotic when he insulted PO and GEJ right?

What a “great fall” of your senses

Send Us A Press Statement Advertise With Us Contact

 And For More Nigerian News Visit GWG.NG