‘It’s Tinubu’s Fault’ — Drama In Court As Suspect Blames Economy For Crime

A light-hearted moment in a courtroom has sparked widespread reactions on social media after a suspect standing in the dock blamed Nigeria’s economic hardship occasioned by President Bola Tinubu’s policies for his involvement in crime.
In a viral video circulating online, the suspect, who appeared to be on trial for an undisclosed offence, was heard speaking in Igbo language while pleading for leniency from the judge.
“Please forgive me, I will not do it again, it’s Tinubu’s fault,” the man said, drawing laughter from court workers and other people seated inside the courtroom.
The clip has since generated mixed reactions across social media platforms, with some users finding the sus...