Late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday at the age of 82, was not only a central figure in Nigeria’s political history but also one of the most digitally scrutinised leaders in the country’s modern era.
Throughout his eight-year tenure, Buhari’s administration sparked numerous online debates, social media firestorms, and memes that resonated far beyond the borders of Nigeria.
While he was known for implementing major economic reforms and security strategies, his presidency was equally defined by controversial statements, actions, and policies that drew widespread criticism — and occasionally humour — from the online community.
From calling Nigerian youth “lazy” to the unprecedented suspension of Twitter, Buhari’s time in office gave rise to some of the most talked-about moments in Nigeria’s digital landscape.