The Peter Obi Grassroots Mobilization movement has ignited a firestorm on social media after sharing a controversial quote allegedly attributed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Taking to its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the group posted:
JUST IN: “I am running Nigeria well from Europe; I’ve moved from Paris to London” – Bola Tinubu
The statement, widely circulated online, has triggered waves of backlash, with Nigerians questioning the President’s prolonged absence from the country amid worsening economic hardship, insecurity, and widespread discontent.
Critics have described the remark as a tone-deaf admission of detachment from the realities faced by everyday Nigerians. Many are calling it an insult to citizens who are bearing the brunt of inflation, fuel scarcity, and policy failures.
“This is not governance. It’s a mockery of the Nigerian people,” said one commenter, while another wrote, “Tinubu promised renewed hope, but what we’re seeing is remote control leadership from European capitals.”
Though the Presidency is yet to confirm or deny the statement, the alleged quote is already fueling growing calls for transparency, accountability, and immediate action on the President’s foreign trips and overall leadership style.
The Peter Obi Grassroots Mobilization movement, known for its bold political stance and vocal support for good governance, has used the quote to reignite calls for a more present and people-centered leadership.
As reactions continue to pour in, Nigerians are left wondering: Who is really in charge at home, while the President operates abroad?
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