Buhari accused of double standard over arms bearing

It appears you're referring to a controversy surrounding President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria. Here's a summary of the issue:

In 2020, President Buhari was accused of double standards over the issue of arms bearing in Nigeria. The controversy arose when the President, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Armed Forces, granted an exemption to the Nigerian Army to bear arms during the 2020 Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.

The exemption was seen as a departure from the government's earlier stance on the ban on open carrying of arms in public places. The President's decision was criticized by many Nigerians, who felt that it was a double standard, as the same exemption was not granted to civilians.

Critics argued that the President's decision was a clear example of selective application of the law, as the Nigerian Army was being allowed to bear arms in public, while civilians were still prohibited from doing so. They also questioned the logic behind exempting the military from the ban, while ordinary citizens were still subject to the law.

The controversy sparked a heated debate on social media, with many Nigerians calling for the President to rescind the exemption and ensure that the law is applied equally to all citizens. Others defended the President's decision, arguing that the exemption was necessary to ensure the security and safety of the military personnel during the celebrations.

It's worth noting that the Nigerian government has been criticized in the past for its handling of security issues, including the proliferation of arms and the lack of effective measures to prevent the misuse of firearms. The controversy surrounding the President's exemption has added to the ongoing debate about the need for stricter gun control laws in Nigeria.