Nigeria, June 13 -- President Muhammadu Buhari rarely grants media interviews but when he does, he makes the headlines for several reasons including gaffes. His interview with Arise Television, aired on Thursday, was not an exception.

Despite the ban on Twitter activities in Nigeria, Mr Buhari trended on the microblogging platform for several hours after the interview was aired across major televisions, indicating that it was one of the most discussed topics of the day.

The over 40 minutes interview, which, arguably offered more insights than the barrage of statements from his spokespersons, was an appraisal of his six years in office, touching on his successes as well as areas of deficiencies, particularly security and economy.

Howeve...