Nigerian writer, Solomon Buchi has weighed in on the controversy surrounding reactions to the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, asserting that Nigerians should not be dictated to on how to mourn or react to his death.
In a recent post, Buchi argued that those negatively impacted by Buhari’s presidency should be allowed to express their feelings, including rejoicing over his passing.
Buchi emphasised that real lives were lost, people suffered, and families endured extreme hardship during Buhari’s tenure, and it’s understandable that those affected would react accordingly.
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His post on X: “I know we all want to get preachy, but you cannot ask people who were negatively impacted by Buhari’s presidency not to rejoice over his death. Real lives were lost, real people suffered and real families endured extreme suffering. Buhari’s life isn’t more important than all the lives wasted as a result of his clueless government. You can’t force legacy—how you live determines how people feel when you pass away. It’s not wickedness; it’s consequence.”
Buchi’s statement has sparked a heated debate, with many taking to social media to share their thoughts on the matter. While some have agreed with Buchi’s sentiments, others have condemned his views, arguing that rejoicing over someone’s death is insensitive and unbecoming.
@Atariajanaku wrote: “Is that what Jesus Christ teaches you?
In Matthew 5: 44 and Luke 6: 28. , Jesus Christ instructs you to pray for your enemies.
But no, you would not listen. Instead you are putting your tribal sentiments and prejudice over Jesus Christ instructs instructions.“
@Ojo Samuel said: “Hard truth. Actions have consequences, even in death. It’s painful, but people mourn or rejoice based on the marks leaders leave on their lives. Leadership is legacy in motion.“
@Steve commented: “Hard truth. Actions have consequences, even in death. It’s painful, but people mourn or rejoice based on the marks leaders leave on their lives. Leadership is legacy in motion.“
@always truth: “Rejoicing over someone death is foolishness.”
@Benny Fabian: “It’s Karma too.
When politicians kee people for their selfish gains, don’t realise that one day, that they will d1e too.
Exactly Buhari’s fate.”