Amina Sadiq
Prominent Nollywood figures, including Kunle Afolayan, Yomi Fash-Lanso, Ayo Adesanya, and Remi Surutu, have sparked widespread backlash after endorsing President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign through the newly formed ‘Eko 57 Movement.’
The group’s launch in Lagos, spearheaded by actor Lege Miami, has drawn sharp criticism as Nigerians grapple with worsening economic conditions.
A viral video of the event has ignited fierce reactions online, with citizens accusing the celebrities of ignoring the nation’s struggles. Many warned the stars against seeking public sympathy for personal crises after aligning with the administration.
Social media users highlighted pressing national issues—frequent power outages, soaring fuel prices, insecurity, and rampant inflation—as reasons for their outrage. Some emphasized that electoral transparency, not celebrity-backed movements, should be the priority.
Twitter reactions poured in:
@fhemiwrld: “No electricity, fuel hikes, yet silence? Shame on you all.”
lordmayorblacksnr: “Just don’t beg for public help when Tinubu’s policies hit you.”
titbeats: “We need real-time election results, not celebrity endorsements.”
xozo10000: “Lege, how can you ignore the masses’ suffering for personal gain?”
umaromolara: “Mark my words—when hardship strikes, don’t cry online.”
horlayinka_gold: “You claim to care while ignoring killings and economic collapse.”
thorlulorpe: “Support who you want, but don’t complain later.”
der0ju: “Where’s the promised electricity before I join ‘Eko 57’?”
at.michael1: “Only mediocrity backs a failing government.”
topesampson: “Mandate of darkness, hunger, and insecurity.”
broad_content: “Blind to Nigerians’ pain? I hope your benefits last.”
