Nigerians are stunned as a presidential aide delivers water to Bauchi residents via tanker, while also mounting a banner

A recent photo showing Abdulhamid Yahaya Abba, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North East Region), distributing water from a tanker to residents of Bauchi Local Government Area has sparked outrage among Nigerians.

The incident, which took place on Friday, gained significant attention, particularly after a banner reading, “Water Distribution Among Communities in Bauchi LGA by SSA to the President on Community Engagement, North East Region,” was prominently displayed alongside the tanker.

The image, widely circulated on social media, shows Bauchi residents lining up with buckets to collect water from the tanker. Many were shocked by the sight of the banner that seemed to turn a basic humanitarian effort into a political display, which led to strong reactions online.

This scene has triggered widespread backlash, with many Nigerians questioning the rationale behind what they perceive as a short-term solution to a long-standing issue. Critics argue that distributing water by tanker is a temporary fix that does not address the core problem of inadequate water infrastructure in the region. They emphasize that more sustainable solutions are needed to ensure long-term access to clean water for the community.

Social media users expressed dismay over the initiative, arguing that, as a top government official, the SSA should have focused on providing a more sustainable solution, such as constructing a borehole or a water facility, to ensure the community has consistent access to clean water. Many are now questioning the intentions behind the action, wondering if it was a mere photo op rather than a meaningful contribution to addressing the community’s needs.

Netizens Reactions…

Daisyle said; “Instead of him to drill borehole for the community.”

Mindlog reacted; “The guy is a clown, e even print banner hang for the tanker!😂😂😂 A whole SSA to a President but can’t afford to gift that community, water through a borehole project! 😂😂😂”

Franchasng said; “Tinubu till 2091 shocked grin. Nigerians must get sense by fire by force cheesy.”

Racoon said; “Politicians have really weaponised poverty.”

Press9jatv commented; “This is bad. Why can’t he drill boreholes in the community?”

Nedu666 reacted; “And he printed banner for that. He should have hired canopy and red carpet.”

These comments reflect the growing frustration among Nigerians, who are increasingly calling for politicians to focus on lasting solutions to the country’s infrastructure problems, rather than offering temporary, politically charged gestures.