President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has responded humorously to a video circulating on social media showing him stumbling at the Democracy Day event at Eagle Square.
Tinubu, who regained his balance quickly after the misstep while mounting a parade vehicle, quipped that his fall was a symbolic gesture of homage to democracy.
Speaking at a dinner later in the day, Tinubu said, “I ‘dobale’ for democracy,” using the Yoruba term for bowing down as a sign of respect. He emphasized the significance of democracy and joked that it was worth a stumble.
The incident occurred during the Democracy Day celebrations, which saw Tinubu actively participating despite the brief mishap. The President used the occasion to call for national unity beyond tribal, religious, or political divides, underscoring that Nigeria’s unity is paramount.
Reactions to the video have been varied, with many Nigerians and political figures weighing in on social media, offering support and commentary on the President’s lighthearted response.
