The ongoing nationwide protest in Nigeria has seen widespread participation from citizens and significant support from various celebrities.
However, actress Tonto Dikeh has taken a divergent stance, praising President Tinubu for his efforts and development initiatives. Her post on Instagram, where she shared statistics purportedly showing improvements in foreign reserves, minimum wage, forex backlog, oil production, and debt to revenue ratio, has sparked considerable controversy.
Tonto Dikeh’s Instagram post:
“Statistics don’t lie: everyone is working to get this country to where we want it to be. One thing about Nigerians is that if they don’t like you, nothing you do will ever be good enough for them. Let’s not deny this glaring truth. Stay safe and make wise decisions always.”
In contrast to Tonto Dikeh, many celebrities are actively supporting the protest. Figures like Seun Kuti, Very Dark Man, and Sheila Courage have been vocal in their encouragement for Nigerians to participate in the demonstration against bad governance, high fuel prices, and the rising cost of living.
Tonto Dikeh’s stance, which appears to undermine the protest’s cause, has not been well-received by many Nigerians. Critics argue that her support for President Tinubu contradicts the realities of the hardships they are facing. Here are some of the reactions:
– thetalkist:”How will a market woman understand this when it doesn’t directly improve her life? All she knows is she can’t afford to eat anymore. If these stats aren’t making my life better, it’s of no use.”
– _coinsofficial: “You no add hunger rate before and now olodo.”
– ninagram01: “Shame on you Tonto. You could have just kept quiet if you had nothing meaningful to contribute.”
– kvng_kelvin99: “So why garri be 1700 mudu madam?”
-oasis_e.p.o: “Forget about all this write-ups. What’s happening in real life?”
– gracious_dele: “It’s quite disappointing that 7.7 million folks are following this type of mindset. If this is your definition of a working state then we are really doomed.”
– joel_godson:”E be like say you want make we reports ur account massively you better stay your lane.”
This situation highlights the polarized views among Nigerians and their celebrities regarding the country’s leadership and governance. While some, like Tonto Dikeh, believe in recognizing and supporting the government’s efforts, many others are focused on the immediate economic challenges and hardships faced by the average citizen.
The nationwide protest is a critical moment for Nigeria, reflecting the citizens’ demand for better governance and living conditions. It remains to be seen how the situation will unfold and how public figures like Tonto Dikeh will respond to the backlash they receive for their differing opinions.
As the protests continue, the call for unity, justice, and equitable governance becomes more urgent, with the hope that the voices of the people will lead to meaningful change.
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