- JEDDAH: Ever wondered what would American President Barack Obama tweet in Arabic?
Well meet @ArabicObama, an unknown tweeter who created a parody account on the social media site Twitter. The account has an Obama character that was specifically created, and it also does not translate what the real Obama says into Arabic language.
"@ArabicObama" tweets all sorts of funny and sometimes interesting messages. The person behind the name tries to paint an amusing picture of what could be on Obama’s mind inside the White House behind closed doors if he spoke Arabic.
No one knows the true identity of the person, however he tweets 24/7.
The only break he gives himself is when he tweets about imaginary meetings with ambassadors, other presidents and even Beyonce!
Which makes one wonder whether there is more than one person behind these tweets?
There might even be a possibility that it is a woman! That question may never be answered.
Despite his busy schedule, the president of Twitter finds the time to tweet that “The Internet at the White House sucks” and “I drink orange juice to calm my nerves a bit.” Nevertheless, he doesn’t ignore his presidential issues, yet shares them by tweeting: “The reason behind NASA denying my request to go to the moon is because of the fear of losing me in the middle of the black space, I don’t understand what they mean.”
And what kind of husband would he be if he doesn’t mention his wife Michelle: “I’m so glad that Michelle doesn’t speak Arabic.”
What makes him popular is that you can’t help but imagine the real Obama actually saying those words, which makes it very entertaining.
He has also successfully developed a solid bond with us Arabs.
“Arabs, you have a lot of problems,” he tweets. “Love each other and live in peace, I’m tired of defending you,” is another tweet that catches the eye.
His undeniable humor and witty charm has gained him over 109,000 followers. A week from now that number will be a laughable ancient history.
In my opinion, I think the Arabic audience of Twitter needs more accounts like this that not only lighten the heavy load of seriousness but also give them an exciting reason to read their Twitter feed every day.
The real President Barack Obama’s days might be numbered. However, I don’t think @ArabicObama will ever step down. At least, no one wants him to.

