JUST IN! Presidency Reacts To Video Of South African President ‘Snubbing’ Tinubu, Makes Clarification
President Bola Tinubu’s special adviser on Information, Bayo Onanuga has cleared the air about the video which appears to show the moment President Ramaphosa of South Africa. snubbed President Bola Tinubu during his inauguration ceremony.
Human rights activist, Aisha Yesufu, and some credible media had publicized the video with captions that
criticize President Tinubu. Reacting to the development, Bayo Onanuga shared another video showing the moment Ramaphosa greeted President Tinubu at the event. Watch Video Showing Moment Ramaphosa Appeared To Have Snubbed Tinubu
Tinubu’s special adviser, Onanuga said: “Aisha Yesufu and her uncouth horde of pessimists are always quick to rush to judgment with any whiff of what appears to them to be negative to the leader of Africa’s biggest democracy. More than a year after the 2023 election, in which their candidate came third, they remain incurably bitter and toxic, more than the supporters of the man who came second..
“South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa exchanged pleasantries with Nigeria’s leader, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other guests. ” Watch Another Video Bayo Shared To Prove Tinubu Was Not Subbed At The Event
In a display of diplomatic solidarity, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had attended the inauguration ceremony of President Cyril Ramaphosa in Pretoria, South Africa.
The event, which took place on January 28, 2024, marked the beginning of Ramaphosa s second term as President of South Africa.
Tinubu’s presence at the inauguration was a significant gesture of goodwill and cooperation between the two nations. Nigeria and South Africa have a long history of diplomatic relations, and the two leaders have expressed a commitment to strengthening ties between their countries. During the ceremony, Tinubu was seen exchanging pleasantries with other dignitaries and heads of state from across Africa. His attendance was widely seen as a sign of Nigeria’ s support for South Africa and its leadership.
In his address, President Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of African unity and cooperation, and expressed his gratitude to the international community for their support. Tinubu’s presence was a tangible manifestation of this spirit of
cooperation, and a testament to the strong bonds between Nigeria and South Africa.
The inauguration ceremony was a grand affair, with dignitaries and guests from across the continent in attendance. The event featured a range of cultural performances and musical acts, showcasing the rich diversity of South African talent.
Tinubu’s attendance at the inauguration was a significant moment in the history of Nigeria-
South Africa relations, and marked a new chapter in the partnership between the two nations. As the two leaders continue to work together, their shared commitment to African unity and progress is likely to have far- reaching benefits for the continent as a whole.