Nollywood actress Biodun Okeowo has sparked controversy after she praised Kamala Harris following her defeat in the 2024 U.S. presidential election.
Harris, the Democratic party candidate, lost to Republican candidate Donald Trump, who secured over 267 electoral votes, marking a tough blow for the vice president’s campaign.
In a post on her Instagram, Biodun Okeowo expressed admiration for Kamala Harris’ resilience and work ethic throughout the campaign, especially highlighting her 100-day sprint as a candidate. She called Harris a “superwoman,” emphasizing her strength, drive, and the fact that she garnered more votes than many male candidates in the race. Okeowo also mentioned that while Harris proved her strength, the U.S. may not yet be ready for a woman president, reflecting her views on gender in politics.
Biodun further praised Harris for her relentless campaigning, stating, “In just 100 days, she campaigned relentlessly. Hats off to a true Superwoman! Her strength, resilience, and drive are phenomenal.” She concluded with a message about the importance of placing God above all, stating, “The real setback is in failing to acknowledge Him. But kudos to a powerful woman who came so close to winning in just 100 days!”
However, Okeowo’s post did not resonate well with many of her followers, with some expressing their disapproval. Critics quickly took to the comments section, questioning the actress’ praise for Harris while accusing her of not showing similar support for local figures, such as Funke Akindele, who also faced defeat in her political endeavors.
One commenter, Nora Big Wiz, asked, “When Funke lost, where was your post?” Another, Tayo Okore, expressed frustration with the “superwoman” narrative, while Don Kesh Nifemi questioned why Okeowo was “fighting for the USA” instead of focusing on her own country.
Further criticisms targeted Harris’ accomplishments, with some users pointing out that she did not even win the primary election, and others compared her to other political figures, like Hillary Clinton, who had a more significant presence in previous elections.
In response to the growing backlash, some followers even questioned Okeowo’s understanding of Harris’ political role, with one commenter asking, “What exactly did she accomplish?” and another writing, “Go sleep abeg.”
Despite the heated reactions, Okeowo stood by her praise of Kamala Harris, emphasizing that her post was meant to acknowledge a woman who came close to achieving something historic, even in the face of adversity. However, the backlash continues to unfold as many debate the merits of Harris’ campaign and Okeowo’s stance on the matter.
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