A video circulating on social media has generated widespread reactions after showing a group of Oyo State residents chanting political slogans in support of the All Progressives Congress (APC) while receiving packs of Semovita during a community outreach programme.
The footage, which surfaced on X, captured several individuals holding 1kg sachets of the food product and repeatedly chanting “Jagaban 2027,” a slogan associated with President Bola Tinubu’s political supporters.
The video quickly attracted attention online, with many users expressing concern over the relationship between poverty and political loyalty. Critics argued that the incident highlights how economic hardship can influence public support for politicians and political parties.
Some social media users lamented that basic food items appeared to be enough to win political endorsements, while others described the scene as evidence of the growing economic challenges facing many Nigerians.
Several commenters suggested that politicians often take advantage of vulnerable citizens through welfare distributions and gifts, especially during periods of political mobilization. Others called for greater political awareness among voters, urging citizens to make electoral decisions based on governance performance rather than material incentives.
The clip continues to fuel discussions about poverty, voter behaviour, and the role of political outreach programmes in shaping public opinion ahead of future elections.
