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Published on 2024-02-24 15:10:22
The claim that Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) warned President Bola Tinubu against a possible military takeover has been confirmed false. However, there is a parody account of the former military leader’s name on social media campaigning for military comeback. Many of those who engaged in Babangida’s parody accounts did not check the details of the account and commented as if it was the former military leader.
President Bola Tinubu has faced numerous criticisms following the hardship resulting from his announcement of the removal of the fuel subsidy and the floating of the naira. These actions on his resumption to office have led to a significant increase in the cost of food and other basic amenities. Many stakeholders, including the opposition and labor leaders, are calling for the reversal of these policies.
Protests have erupted in several states over the country’s growing economic hardship. States where protests have taken place include Oyo, Cross Rivers, Niger, and Kano. Many Nigerians have taken to social media to express their anger over the development, with some even calling for a military takeover.
An account on social media under the handle @General_Ibbro (Ibrahim B. Babangida) has been commenting on the situation and tweeting about an alleged proposed military takeover from President Tinubu’s administration. However, it is important to note that this account is a parody and not associated with the former military leader.
There was no indication that the claim of a military takeover was made by Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), who ruled Nigeria between 1985 and 1993. The account under the handle @General_Ibbro clearly stated that it is a parody account, yet many Nigerians engaging with the tweets mistook it as Babangida. The account was created in 2013 and operated from Minna, the Niger state capital, which is also the home of Babangida.
A media consultant to the former military leader, Deyemi Saka, debunked the claim and urged the Nigerian public not to believe it. Saka mentioned that if there were any concerns about such developments, Babangida would use appropriate communication channels to address them with President Tinubu, rather than resorting to social media.
In conclusion, it is essential to verify information before reacting or engaging with social media accounts to avoid spreading false information. The context and source of information are crucial in ensuring accurate understanding and preventing misinformation from spreading. It is always advisable to seek reliable sources and confirm the authenticity of claims before forming opinions or taking action based on social media content.
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