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A controversial post on social media has sparked intense backlash after a supporter of the Obidient movement suggested extreme punishment for Nigerians who publicly defend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
The comment, shared on X (formerly Twitter), quickly went viral, triggering heated debates among users divided over Tinubu’s policies, economic reforms, and the current state of the nation.
The post was made by an X user identified as Abu Amir, who openly identified himself as a member of the Obidient movement and a supporter of Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
In his post, Abu Amir argued that many supporters of President Tinubu were motivated by personal benefits rather than a genuine belief in national development.
He wrote:
“Supporting Tinubu because you stand to personally benefit something is okay, but telling us that you support Tinubu because he’s going to move this country forward should be punishable by death.”
The statement immediately drew sharp criticism from many Nigerians, with some describing it as dangerous, extreme, and unacceptable, regardless of political differences.
The post generated mixed reactions across social media platforms. While some users defended Abu Amir’s comment as an expression of frustration over the country’s economic challenges, many others condemned it, warning that such rhetoric could fuel political intolerance and division.
Several users stressed that freedom of expression and political choice remain fundamental democratic rights and should not be threatened with violence or extreme language.
Others urged supporters of all political parties to engage in constructive debate rather than personal attacks and inflammatory statements.
The incident highlights the deepening political polarization among Nigerians, particularly on social media, as discussions around governance, economic hardship, and reform continue to dominate public discourse.
As of the time of this report, Abu Amir has not issued a clarification or apology regarding the post.
