A noteworthy occurrence was recorded on Tuesday at Bourdillon in Ikoyi, Lagos State as Nigerians gathered at the residence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to celebrate Christmas in the private residence of the president.

The scene was documented in a video that showcased many individuals, some sitting and others standing outside Tinubu’s home, amidst the economic challenges and soaring food prices that marked the festive season.

The video, which was shared by BusinessDay, quickly sparked a wide array of reactions from netizens who took to social media to express their views on the situation.

Watch the video below:

See reactions below:

One user, @unclekingsley, pointed out that the crowd consisted of “Lagos Island beggars, area boys, APC boys,” who were there in search of financial support for Christmas. This user emphasized the need to categorize the individuals based on their relationship with Tinubu.

Another commenter, @faiththanzaki, labeled the gathering as “Lagosians not Nigerians,” suggesting that poverty was being weaponized.

Meanwhile, @superlupe argued for increased funding for local governments to prevent such situations where people feel compelled to beg at the president’s gate.

@thestageinta provided historical context, stating that this occurrence is a tradition over 15 years old, happening during all festive periods, regardless of religious affiliation.

On a more critical note, @drmile247 commented on the perpetuation of poverty, implying that it benefits those in power when the poor are in a state of worship towards them.

@anthonyzuriki offered a more systemic analysis, accusing Tinubu of replicating a political model that fosters dependency and lack of education, thus creating an “army of touts” annually.

@rosythrone drew a grim comparison to Somalia, envisioning a future where streets are crowded with beggars still hoping for government intervention.

@vibewithobi lamented the choice of the populace to beg rather than vote for competent leadership, while @amarashuga made a bold claim about Tinubu’s wealth, comparing it to that of prominent Nigerian businessmen Dangote and Otedola.

Lastly,@lekan reflected on the similarity between Nigerian leaders and citizens, attributing the difference to timing and opportunity.

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