Reactions on internet as Tinubu bows to Obasanjo in Abeokuta [+video]

A video from Ogun State has set social media abuzz after capturing the moment President Bola Ahmed Tinubu bowed respectfully to former President Olusegun Obasanjo during an official visit.

The incident happened at the Gateway International Airport in Abeokuta, when Tinubu paid a one-day working visit focused on commissioning and inspecting major infrastructure projects across the state.

The visit, which was part of efforts to boost economic development and improve service delivery in Ogun State, also brought together key political figures, including the former president.

In the now-viral clip, Tinubu and Obasanjo exchanged pleasantries before the President was seen bowing slightly in a gesture of respect while greeting the elder statesman.

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Watch the video below:

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The moment quickly gained traction online, with Nigerians flooding social media platforms with mixed reactions. While some described the gesture as a mark of humility and respect, others debated its political symbolism and what it represents in Nigeria’s leadership culture.

Read some netizens’ reactions below;

@ReformerOluseun: “This is a personal decision. It is sincerely concerning that many here are more interested in the personal interactions of politicians than in issues of governance, the provision of basic amenities, and the security of lives and property. “If Bola Ahmed Tinubu did not do this, how exactly would it affect the office of the President and the state of insecurity, basic amenities and governance?”

@kenwills01: “What was he supposed to do? Obasanjo na Tinubu mate wey Tinubu no go bow? Na wa o”

@Francesco002: There’s nothing special in what he did…to an elder and a former president, I think it is just commonsense…

@Kendozien: Election is around the corner, not commendable here please.

@Ninodaniel: Highly commendable to respect people who were there before you? Na normal thing na.

@Sketchogbu: At this point, you’d applaud Bola Ahmed Tinubu for tying his shoes. Bowing to Olusegun Obasanjo isn’t heroic; it’s basic decency.

@thedamolaS: Commendable? Come on. A president shouldn’t have to bow to his predecessor in public like this. It screams insecurity, not humility.

[GWG]