The controversy began when an X user shared a video showing a massive crowd at a Buhari campaign rally in Ibadan, suggesting that the former president had substantial support outside northern Nigeria. In response, Onanuga commented:
“A video to rejig the memory of those who claimed only Buhari’s 12 million votes gave him the presidency in 2015 and 2019.”
His comment quickly triggered criticism from users who accused him of dismissing the pivotal role northern voters played in Buhari's electoral success—an aspect widely acknowledged in Nigeria’s political discourse.
As the backlash intensified, Onanuga quietly deleted the tweet without offering any public explanation. However, the move only fueled more reactions online, with many interpreting it as an attempt to backtrack amid mounting pressure.
The incident comes at a sensitive moment, as the nation continues to mourn the death of former President Buhari, who passed away on Sunday in London after a long illness. Many critics described Onanuga’s remarks as ill-timed and unnecessarily divisive during a period of national reflection.
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