A video of fans of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai excitedly applauding him as he hopped aboard a car during a political rally went viral on X on Monday, August 18, 2025….CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
The event brought to light the strong mood of Nigeria’s 2025 election campaign, as evidenced by the presence of African Democratic Congress (ADC) logo. Notable X user Lere Olayinka responded to the video with the amusing message, “Good morning from Kolision Èsù kékeré òde,” quoting a Yoruba saying that says minor problems eventually lead to bigger ones.
What he wrote on his official X is as follows: His response highlights the tense atmosphere of political rallies in Nigeria, where public leaders frequently encounter both admiration and criticism.
As supporters and security guards encircle El-Rufai as he is helped onto the car, the footage shows a moment of chaos. This scenario is representative of the larger political environment of Nigeria, where recent changes have heightened campaign dynamics, including the joining of opposition figures Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar to the ADC. Despite its lightheartedness, Olayinka’s answer is consistent with Nigeria’s historical patterns of political activity, where media and civil society reports have shown that such incidents can occasionally turn into more serious problems. The event serves as a reminder of Nigerian politics’ intense but frequently erratic character….CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
