President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Enugu for the inauguration of state government projects was met with excitement from a crowd chanting “carry go.” However, online reactions were mixed, with some questioning the authenticity of the crowd’s enthusiasm and others criticizing the political implications of the event.
President Bola Tinubu's arrival in Enugu for a state visit on Saturday was met with enthusiastic reactions from a crowd of onlookers at the airport. The president, who was in the state to commission various projects initiated by the local government, was greeted with cheers and chants of “carry go.”
However, the authenticity of the crowd's excitement has been called into question by some, with speculations that the crowd was hired to create an atmosphere of enthusiasm. Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, shared the news of the president’s visit and his intent to unveil several key projects, including the commissioning of a 135K road in Enugu Metropolis. During his remarks, Tinubu praised Governor Peter Mbah for his efforts in promoting Enugu’s development, highlighting the importance of infrastructure for the state's future growth.
Despite the celebratory atmosphere, reactions on social media varied. Some users mocked the scene, suggesting that the crowd’s enthusiasm was likely motivated by financial compensation. Others criticized the display, questioning the sincerity of those supporting the president. Comments on Twitter ranged from cynicism about the crowd’s motivation to expressions of pride in the president’s leadership.
