- by Williams O.
- Jul 05, 2025
Tinubu’s BRICS Speech Sparks Online Frenzy: Substance or Style?
- By Williams O.
- • Tue, Jul 08 2025
- • in Trending News
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent speech at the BRICS summit in Brazil has stirred intense conversation across social media. While he addressed global issues such as climate justice, healthcare access, and inclusive development, public attention has shifted from what he said to how he said it.
What Tinubu Said
During the summit, Tinubu called on world leaders to embrace fairer global systems. He highlighted the need for reforms in international institutions, equitable climate financing, and support for Africa’s role in shaping future global policies.
His speech was so empty and worthless that the man behind him took off his headphones, picked up his mobile phone and put on his AirPods.
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He said Africa should not be treated as a junior partner, but as an equal player in solving global challenges.
The Viral Moment
One particular clip circulating online shows a delegate seated behind the president removing his headphones mid-speech. That single action triggered a wave of reactions online, with many Nigerians interpreting it as a silent protest against the delivery of the address.
Comments poured in across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and other platforms.
“Even the guy behind him had to pull off his headset. That says everything.”
“He wasn’t saying anything coherent. Just going in circles.”
Others claimed Tinubu looked tired or lost track of his points, describing parts of the speech as confusing.
Critics and Supporters React
Some critics went further, calling the speech “gibberish” and accusing the president of embarrassing the country on an international platform.
On the other hand, many supporters argued that the president’s message was valid, calling for more attention to be paid to the issues raised rather than minor delivery flaws.
One user wrote:
“The focus should be on the content of his message. Africa’s inclusion in global decision-making is long overdue.”
Others pointed out that conferences are long and tiring, and the delegate might have simply adjusted his headset for comfort, not out of frustration.
A Bigger Lesson
This incident shows how quickly narratives form in today’s digital age. A single facial expression or body movement can become the story, often overshadowing the message itself.
For leaders on the global stage, presentation and perception matter as much as policy. Clarity, energy, and delivery style are all scrutinized—especially when cameras are rolling.
Conclusion
President Tinubu raised important points about global fairness and Africa’s role in world affairs. But public focus has shifted to the moment behind him rather than the message before him.
As the BRICS summit fades from headlines, one question lingers. Will Nigerians remember the speech’s content or the reaction that followed?
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