In a recent video shared by Symfoni, Vice President Kashim Shettima expressed his disappointment with Nigerians who, in his words, find amusement in the depreciation of the Naira against the dollar. Speaking at a function in Abuja on January 31, Shettima labeled those celebrating the Naira's fall as 'clowns.' He conveyed his dismay, stating, "It is not only disheartening and disenchanting, but also heartbreaking that yesterday when the Naira culminated to N1,500 to the dollar, instead of us to coagulate into a single force and salvage our nation's economy, sadly, some clowns are celebrating on Twitter of an impending implosion of the Nigerian economy."
The video has sparked controversy and raised questions about the public's sentiment regarding the economic challenges faced by the country. Shettima's strong words highlight the seriousness of the situation, emphasizing the need for unity in addressing economic concerns rather than finding amusement in its struggles.