Nigeria, June 20 -- In the heat of bloodshed. In a season of mourning. In a land soaked in tears, ashes, and fresh graves. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, finally steps foot in Benue State not for a private retreat, not for a ceremonial handshake, but presumably, to confront one of the most devastating humanitarian and security crises in the country. And what did he offer us? A pep talk wrapped in vagueness, deflections, and textbook political platitudes.

Let's break it down slowly, like kindergarteners, because clearly, that's the level of seriousness we're being addressed with.

1. We are coming to support you in achieving peace, but you have to lead the way.

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