Atiku Abubakar visits Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina State, garnering varied reactions on social media. Some commend the display of political maturity, while others question the motives amid Nigeria's political landscape.
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar visited ex-President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina State, on Saturday. According to AbdulRasheed Shehu, Special Assistant to Atiku on Broadcast Media, the former Vice President was in Daura to pay a courtesy call and offer Sallah homage to Buhari. This visit comes shortly after Atiku paid similar respects to former Heads of State Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd) and Gen. Abdusalami Abubakar in Niger State.
Among those accompanying Atiku on this visit was Aminu Tambuwal, former Sokoto State Governor and 12th Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Nigerians took to social media to express a mix of reactions to the visit. Some praised the display of political maturity and respect across party lines, noting the significance of such gestures in fostering unity and peaceful coexistence. Others expressed skepticism and questioned the motives behind the visit, citing historical political rivalries and the complexities of Nigerian politics.
Twitter users highlighted the need for Nigerians to prioritize relationships over political affiliations, contrasting Atiku and Buhari's camaraderie with societal divisions caused by politics. Meanwhile, some expressed concerns about the potential implications of the alliance, questioning the benefits for ordinary Nigerians amidst ongoing national challenges.
Overall, Atiku's visit to Buhari in Daura has sparked a wide range of reactions, reflecting the diverse political opinions and sentiments within Nigeria's social media landscape.
