A viral post shared by Instablog9ja has stirred controversy after showing a group of women in Kano displaying red underwear printed with the image of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
The post claims the items were distributed as part of a political mobilization effort targeting female supporters, though there has been no official confirmation from the governor’s camp.
The image, which quickly circulated across social media platforms, shows several women holding up the red garments, each bearing what appears to be the governor’s portrait.
According to the claim in the post, the underwear was allegedly shared as campaign-branded material linked to state politics.
However, no formal statement has been issued by Governor Yusuf or his media team verifying involvement in the production or distribution of the items.
The development has sparked widespread online reactions, ranging from outrage to humor. Many Nigerians criticized the alleged move as inappropriate and demeaning, questioning the priorities of political actors at a time when citizens are grappling with economic and social challenges. Some commenters described the gesture, if true, as an example of misplaced political branding.
Others responded with satire and jokes, creating memes and humorous scenarios about the awkwardness of having a public official’s face printed on personal clothing.
The unusual nature of the claim contributed to its rapid spread, with users debating whether it reflects a serious campaign strategy or a publicity stunt.
Amid the backlash, some social media users have suggested that the images could be manipulated or taken out of context.
They called for caution in drawing conclusions without verified information. As of now, there is no independent confirmation detailing when or where the photo was taken, or whether it was officially sanctioned by any political group.
Political merchandise is not uncommon in Nigeria, where branded items such as caps, T-shirts, wrappers, and food items are often distributed during campaigns.
However, the nature of the items shown in the viral image has intensified scrutiny and debate about boundaries in political marketing….See More
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