Politics
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma recently made headlines for a verbal slip-up during a public speech where he inadvertently referred to President Bola Tinubu as if he had passed away.
The incident occurred while Uzodimma was paying tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on July 13, 2025, in London.
Uzodimma began his remarks with the phrase, “May the soul of former President Bola Tinubu…” before quickly correcting himself. The mistake has sparked widespread reactions online, with many questioning the governor’s mental state, while others attribute it to the emotional aftermath of Buhari’s passing.
The video of the incident, captured during a formal gathering, has gone viral on social media platforms. Uzodimma’s office hasn’t issued an official statement yet, but the backlash has been significant, with some critics arguing that the error undermines the governor’s credibility.