Northerners have trooped out in large numbers to express joy and excitement in the streets following the demise of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari. Many people were seen jubilating openly, dancing, and sharing laughter as they marked what they described as a moment of liberation and relief from years of perceived hardship and controversial leadership.
Gistreel recalls that the entire nation was plunged into mourning and shock after it was announced that the former president died in a London clinic on Sunday. His death sparked a wide range of emotional reactions across different parts of the country, revealing deep divisions in public opinion about his legacy and leadership style.
The news of Buhari’s passing was met with mixed feelings nationwide. While some citizens and political allies expressed sorrow and paid tributes to his years of service and sacrifice, others, particularly in the northern regions, reacted with unexpected celebration, showcasing their discontent and frustration with his administration’s policies and actions.
A trending video making the rounds on social media shows large groups of Northerners flooding the streets, some waving flags and placards, others playing traditional drums and singing in unison, expressing their happiness over the late leader’s departure. This display of public jubilation has sparked widespread debates online about the true sentiments of ordinary citizens toward Buhari’s rule.
Check out reactions below …
kieltee_music said: “Dem fit tell them say Buhari don become minister for US o make dem Dey jubilate 😂”
ekama101 stated: “No be the northerners wey that man talk say go remember us be this 😢”
kingkene91 opined: “He was just a pain in the neck, the worst president”
mz_goldbaby stated: “North dey celebrate but we in the south shouldn’t cos the north will remember 😂😂 remember what ?? Woye all of una for APC dey craze!!!”
itz_solorasta remarked: “No be this northerners one person talk say dem no go forget insults on buhari?🤣🤣”
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