President Bola Tinubu’s aide, Dada Olusegun, has confirmed that the president tripped and fell while boarding the parade vehicle at the Democracy Day celebration.
Here are some key points about the incident.
Cause of the fall: Olusegun stated that the president missed his step while climbing into the truck, causing the fall.
Severity of the fall: Olusegun downplayed the incident, describing it as a “mild misstep.”
Impact on the proceedings: Despite the fall, the president quickly regained his balance and continued with the ceremonial rounds without any issues.
Reactions: Netizens have reacted to the incident, with some blaming it on the president’s age and health, while others made light of it.
Presidential aide’s reassurance: Olusegun’s statement was intended to allay fears about the president’s health and reassure the public that the incident was minor.