The Presidency has described the alleged attack on President Muhammadu Buhari in Argungu, Kebbi State on Thursday as false and misleading. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on media, Mr Femi Adesina made a statement late Thursday night saying that the young man breached protocol and attempted to greet the President at close range but was prevented by security operatives.
Adesina stated that: "As the President went around the arena to inspect rice pyramids on display and take photographs with farmers, a young man was excited to see his President so close. He made an attempt to get to him.
"World over, such would not be bellowed by security details. The young man was prevented, and he protested that he should be allowed to greet his President.
" Now, professional contortionists are making mischief of the event. They are passing the video clip off on social media as an attempt to attack the President." Malicious people always twist things to give a negative narrative. But they simply dash their heads against the wall. The country moves on."
President Buhari visited Kebbi to witness the grand finale of Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival which is holding for the first time after 11 years owing to security concerns.
