A solemn presidential visit to mourn 300 lives lost in Benue’s herdsmen attacks backfired when videos showed schoolchildren forced to stand in heavy rain for a politicised welcome rally, triggering national outrage over leadership priorities.
- Tinubu’s condolence trip to Benue turned into a campaign-style parade with children mobilised despite a public holiday (Daily Post).
- Leaked govt memo ordered "massive mobilisation" for the event, complete with Tinubu 2027 placards (Govt aide’s letter).
- Parents and netizens slammed the spectacle as exploitative, asking: "Why use kids as political props during mourning?" (Social media reactions).
