The sudden absence of President Bola Tinubu and his Vice, Kashim Shettima at a time when Nigerians are experiencing a hardship like never before has become a topic of discussion in recent days.
This latest development has sparked numerous reactions from Nigerians with the a test coming from Aisha Yesufu, a well-known activist and politician.
Yesufu has criticised the presidency’s assertion that there is no leadership vacuum in Nigeria during the absence of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.
According to her, nobody seems to notice their absence because they were never there in the first place.
Her comment that has sparked discussions on social media regarding the current state of governance in the country.
President Tinubu departed Nigeria for Europe on a two-week leave.
On Wednesday, Vice President Shettima departed for Sweden for a two-day official engagement.
This dual absence of the nation’s top leaders has raised eyebrows and concerns among citizens.
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In response to the criticism surrounding their absence, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, defended the administration.
His words: “It is important to note that the president and vice president are fully engaged with the nation’s affairs, even while they are away.
There is no leadership vacuum in the country.”
He also indicated that President Tinubu is expected to return soon before his vacation officially concludes.
Reacting, Yesufu posted on X: “There cannot be a vacuum in something that was never there. Nobody feels the absence of seat warmers.”