This is not the first time Buhari has publicly chastised his former aide, but observers note that this time, the language was particularly biting.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has once again issued a scathing rebuke of his former presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina. In what many see as the latest confrontation, Buhari invoked a vivid Christian metaphor to condemn Adesina’s public commentary.
Buhari reportedly stated, “As a Christian, I expect Adesina to throw away the empty can of Buhari’s deodorant and not kick it about like a little village boy kicking a…” The quote was left incomplete in the report, but the imagery underscores the intensity of the criticism.
The remarks reflect deepening tensions between the two figures, rooted in post‑administration reflections and perceived betrayals. Analysts suggest this latest episode signals Buhari’s growing frustration with Adesina’s media engagements since leaving office.
This is not the first time Buhari has publicly chastised his former aide, but observers note that this time, the language was particularly biting. Some supporters view the rebuke as justified, while critics argue it reflects internal discord and lingering bitterness.