₦airaland Forum

A growing number of Nigerians have expressed concern and disappointment over President Bola Tinubu's preference for spending holidays in Lagos State rather than his home state of Osun. This trend has been observed during the recent Christmas and New Year celebrations.

Critics point out that Tinubu's decision to consistently bypass Osun State, where he hails from, has left his village in a state of disrepair. The community, which would normally expect to benefit from the presence and influence of a high-profile indigene like Tinubu, remains dilapidated and neglected.

Many Nigerians are questioning Tinubu's priorities and commitment to his roots. "It's a shame that President Tinubu would rather spend his holidays in Lagos than in his own state," said a concerned citizen. "What message does this send to the people of Osun State, who expected him to bring development and attention to their community?"

Others have taken to social media to express their disappointment, with some calling for Tinubu to reconnect with his heritage and give back to his community.

In response to the criticism, the presidency has maintained that Tinubu's decision to spend holidays in Lagos is a personal choice, and that he remains committed to the development of Osun State and the nation at large.

However, the controversy surrounding Tinubu's holiday preferences has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of leaders staying connected to their roots and giving back to their communities. As one commentator noted, "A leader who forgets where he comes from is unlikely to remember the people who elected him."

Indegene of Osun.Adopted in Lagos by a foster mother.

No be only eyebrow, na nostril.

Have Tinubu ever spend holidays or any days in Osun state since his escape from Iragbiji in 1960s?
He used to sneaks in at night to visit him mother when she was still alive and sneak out before day break

Ojiofor:
Have Tinubu ever spend holidays or any days in Osun state since his escape from Iragbiji in 1960s?
He used to sneaks in at night to visit him mother when she was still alive and sneak out before day break

And this one too na human being?

He has given Iragbiji a federal university. That institution will develop the village into a town.

Why are you all crying more about than the bereaved?

Looking4Trouble:
And this one too na human being?

Who are you asking?

Ojiofor:
Who are you asking?

I am asking fellow humans