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Uproar over Shuaibu Audu’s prostration for Tinubu (Video)
The Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, has sparked a debate after he prostrated before President Bola Tinubu moments after taking his oath of office.
The gesture, which is a traditional way of showing respect in some parts of Nigeria, has been interpreted by some as a sign of subservience. Others have defended Audu, saying that he was simply showing respect for the president.
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Some people have argued that Audu’s gesture was a way of showing respect for his religious beliefs. Others have said that the gesture is simply a sign of respect for a person of authority.
The debate over Audu’s gesture is likely to continue, but it is clear that it is a significant gesture that has captured the attention of many Nigerians.
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