In a bold and evocative display of dissent, Nigerians have staged a symbolic “funeral” for Bola Tinubu’s presidential ambitions, featuring an “empty coffin” adorned with his poster.
This provocative protest is a stark reminder of the 2012 demonstrations against former President Goodluck Jonathan, which were marked by similar displays of discontent.
By invoking the imagery of a coffin, protesters are graphically illustrating their belief that Tinubu’s leadership aspirations are dead on arrival, and that his perceived failures and shortcomings have rendered him unfit for the nation’s highest office.
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The empty coffin serves as a potent metaphor for the void of trust and confidence that has grown between Tinubu and the Nigerian people.
This dramatic protest is more than just a statement of discontent, it’s a clarion call for change, a rejection of the status quo, and a warning to Tinubu and the APC that the Nigerian people will no longer tolerate leadership that prioritizes personal interests over the nation’s well-being.
As the protest gains momentum, it remains to be seen how Tinubu and the APC will respond to this damning critique.
One thing, however, is certain: Nigerians will no longer be silenced, and their voices will be heard loud and clear in the lead-up to the elections.
