Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has addressed the controversy surrounding a viral video in which he refused to shake hands with Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf.
In the video, Musa was seen shaking hands with the Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, but bowed his head when greeting Yusuf.
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Ahmed Musa explained that his actions were a sign of respect deeply rooted in Northern culture. “In our Northern culture, the gesture of kneeling, shaking hands etc. signifies the highest form of respect,” Ahmed Musa stated. He expressed disappointment that a simple act of cultural respect had been blown out of proportion and become a social media sensation.
The footballer lamented that amidst Nigeria’s pressing issues such as economic hardships, security challenges, and religious clashes, an insignificant moment has garnered so much attention. He criticized national media outlets like ARISE TV for diverting focus from issues that truly matter to the nation.
“Let’s pause for a moment and reflect on where we choose to direct our energy. Shouldn’t it be towards finding solutions to the problems plaguing our society rather than getting caught up in needless distractions?” Musa asked.
He urged everyone to channel their collective efforts towards addressing the real issues at hand, fostering unity, and working towards a better future for all.
