Lai Mohammed Says Family Was Bullied During #EndSARS, Considered Resigning Under Pressure Former Minister of Information Lai Mohammed says his family suffered severe bullying during the 2020 #EndSARS protests, with relatives harassed both online and offline and their businesses badly affected. Speaking ahead of the launch of his new book, Mohammed revealed that his family even held a meeting urging him to resign. He reiterated his long-held position denying a massacre at the Lekki Tollgate and accused CNN of relying on second-hand sources. Mohammed also defended Buhari’s legacy, insisting the former president managed Boko Haram more effectively than critics claim. #EndSARS #LaiMohammed #Politics

Lai Mohammed Says Suspending Twitter in Nigeria Was His Toughest Decision as Information Minister Former Nigerian Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, revealed that suspending Twitter (now X) in 2021 was one of the hardest decisions during his eight-year tenure. Speaking about his new book, Headlines and Soundbites, Mohammed defended the action, stating it was necessary to curb the platform’s use by elements “destabilising the country” and was unrelated to the deletion of former President Buhari’s tweet. He emphasized that his decisions prioritized national interest over popularity and highlighted his broader advocacy for social media regulation. #LaiMohammed #TwitterBanNigeria #BuhariAdministration

Lai Mohammed Says Buhari’s Death News Left Him Paralysed for Days Former Information Minister Lai Mohammed revealed he was physically paralysed for days after hearing of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari’s death. He described Buhari as a supportive leader who never micromanaged and praised his loyalty and leadership style. Mohammed also recounted the challenges he faced during the EndSARS period, including attacks on his family, and addressed accusations that he frequently lied while defending the administration. His reflections are documented in his new book, Headlines and Soundbites. #fintter #LaiMohammed #Buhari #NigeriaPolitics