A viral video showing President Bola Tinubu appearing to stumble and briefly lose his balance while walking on a red carpet towards his vehicle after an APC rally in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, has sparked mixed reactions on social media.
In the video circulating online, the President is seen appearing to stagger as he makes his way towards his vehicle, with a military officer walking closely behind him.
The incident has triggered debate about Tinubu’s health, age and fitness to continue leading the country.
Recall that Tinubu visited Akwa Ibom State on Friday, November 6, 2026, to inaugurate several projects and attend an APC rally at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
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Here are some of the reactions compiled by DAILY POST
@OlakunleSu69355: “Did anyone notice the military officer standing behind Alhaji Tinubu, holding onto the back of his clothing and protecting him all the way until he got onto the bus? Greediness and wickedness no go allow some leaders to know they have reached their limits to lead a nation.”
@TobiasTerese: “On your mandate we shall stand, wan fall, that girl’s laugh is such a wicked laugh.”
@zumboii: “Men above the age of 70 should not be President in Nigeria.”
@egbe_ntu: “It’s funny that in Nigeria a man that is close to his grave is destroying the future of children in their youthful age. And some of them are clapping for him.”
@tony_god_sent: “If not for greediness, tell me why he is still campaigning.”
@Oluwadamil765: “I don’t know why this man can’t save himself by stepping down and leave this role for someone else, go and rest sir pls, you are a grandpa already, let your children enjoy the remaining time you have on earth with them pis.”
@aroysc: “See who is ruling a country. Greed and selfishness can be bastards. Logically in a proper Nigerian culture, this man suppose to dey one corner dey pray for forgiveness of sins and his unborn generation. Sadly alaye still one do one for term. For what exactly?”
@EmemXavierAtat: “How can Nigerians open their eyes wide and let this guy lead them? Someone that cannot even lead himself.”
@Ordi: “I think Tinubu just does this thing during campaigns.”
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