**Tinubu's Gaffes: Is He a Nigerian Mrs Malaprop?** In a recent incident at the Presidential Villa, President Bola Tinubu's gaffes once again made headlines. Speaking to members of the House of Representatives, he mentioned that his party, APC, had weathered the storm of criticism, but what caught everyone's attention was his slip-up when he referred to the "Biobaku party." The comment left many in stitches, and some wondered if he'd made another mistake. The term "malapropism" comes from a character in a 1775 play called "The Rivals" by Richard Brinsley Sheridan. In the play, Mrs. Malaprop, a character known for her poor use of language, frequently mixed up words and phrases, often with hilarious results. This phenomenon has been observed in literature and real life for centuries, and it seems that President Tinubu may be following in Mrs. Malaprop's footsteps. Recalling my own experience with malapropism, I was told a story by my friend Osasere Adagbonyin about a man who, in a fit of bravado, referred to his barren wife as "un-bear-able," "in-conceive-able," and "impregnable" when speaking to a doctor. It's a classic example of how one's words can be twisted to mean something entirely different from what was intended. During the run-up to the 2023 elections, President Tinubu was criticized for making several similar speech blunders. His opponents even poked fun at his mistakes, claiming that he was prone to making malapropisms. While it's amusing to watch, one can't help but wonder if the President's gaffes are a sign of something more serious – a lack of attention to detail or a communication style that needs refinement. As we continue to follow President Tinubu's presidency, it will be interesting to see if he continues to make mistakes like Mrs. Malaprop or if he'll find a way to communicate more effectively with the Nigerian people.