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Nigerians React as French President Emmanuel Macron Tweets in Pidgin

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French President Emmanuel Macron took to Twitter on Thursday evening to welcome President Bola Tinubu to France, referring to the Nigerian leader’s state visit as a “big honour for France.” In his tweet, Macron emphasized the strong partnership and friendship shared between France and Nigeria, underscoring the significance of the visit in strengthening diplomatic ties.

What stood out to many netizens was that Macron’s tweet was written in Pidgin English, a widely spoken language in Nigeria, adding a unique and personal touch to the message. This sparked a wave of responses from online users, many of whom praised the gesture as a reflection of cultural respect and understanding between the two nations.

The use of Pidgin English, a language that resonates with a large portion of Nigeria’s population, added a level of warmth and inclusivity to the diplomatic exchange, and the tweet quickly went viral, garnering attention not just for its content but also for Macron’s effort to connect with Nigerians in a familiar, informal way. The interaction between the two leaders continues to highlight the growing diplomatic and cultural engagement between France and Nigeria.

He stated, “Na big honour for France, dear President Bola Tinubu @officialABAT, to welcome you for dis state visit as one big partner and friend of today and tomorrow.”

Macron, who previously interned at the French Embassy in Nigeria, also reminisced about his ties to the country, stating, “It still brings me great joy to remember that I was a young intern at the French Embassy in Nigeria back then.”

The online community has reacted to this, with many praising the President for his efforts to culturally connect with Nigeria.

Additionally, some have advocated for the Pidgin language to be recognized as the official language of Nigeria.

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