Here’s what the internet have been saying about Bono's appearance in the Daíl

The U2 frontman was in attendance to hear United States House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi speak.

Wed, 17 Apr, 2019 - 18:03

Anna O’Donoghue

Bono made an appearance in the Dáil chamber today and it has baffled a few people.

The U2 frontman was in attendance to hear United States House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi speak as part of the centenary celebrations, #Dail100.

In Pelosi’s address to TDs, senators and former politicians, she deemed Bono “one of Ireland’s beloved exports” and praised him for his music and advocacy work.

Her statement received a round of applause and a nod to the singer, who bowed from the public gallery, where he sat with his wife Ali Hewson.

She went on to recall a concert he played around the time the Good Friday Agreement was signed and pointed out the children that were born in that time have only known a peaceful country.

Although she went on to discuss the relationship between Ireland and the US, Brexit and Climate Change, Twitter users continued to be baffled by Bono’s presence.

1. Why does the Dail have the text graphics of a mid-tier fantasy RPG from 1997?
2. Why does Bono have one dead hand?
3. Why is any of this happening? pic.twitter.com/dzNctvoSTX
— The author, Séamas O'Reilly (@shockproofbeats) April 17, 2019

I am intrigued by Bono’s attendance at major events, like today in the Dail. What is the point ? Why not other singers also ? It has the hallmarks of the groupie.
— Michael O'Regan (@Michael_O_Regan) April 17, 2019

Just spotted Bono arriving into the Dail chamber to watch Nancy Pelosi’s speech. We really are through the looking glass now. #Dail100 pic.twitter.com/MisEJWKUXL
— Kevin Doyle (@KevDoyle_Indo) April 17, 2019

Listening to @SpeakerPelosi address the Oireachtas today. It was a pleasure to meet Paul Hewson and his wife Ali this afternoon who attended. pic.twitter.com/jOLQMbB9hk
— Terry Leyden (@TerryLeydenHonC) April 17, 2019