Nollywood Star Aremu Afolayan Defends Tinubu, Says He's Thriving Despite Nigeria's Challenges (Video)

 Aremu Afolayan

Nigerian actor Aremu Afolayan has publicly thrown his weight behind President Bola Tinubu, becoming the latest celebrity to back the leader’s reelection bid for 2027.

The seasoned entertainer shared his views at a political rally, where he praised the achievements of the current government while dismissing criticisms.

Afolayan challenged the narrative of widespread economic struggles, claiming his own comfortable circumstances contradict popular complaints about financial hardship.

He pointed to the recent diplomatic breakthrough with the UAE, crediting Tinubu’s intervention for the removal of visa restrictions against Nigerian travelers.

The screen star lauded the president’s unifying approach to governance, arguing it provides much-needed stability during turbulent times.

Afolayan urged Nigerians to recognize the administration’s efforts instead of focusing solely on perceived shortcomings.

The actor took a controversial stance on security matters, suggesting media reports about insurgent activities may not reflect reality.

In his words: “While others complain about difficulties, my experience tells a different story. The president personally resolved the UAE travel ban – that’s leadership. Yes, Nigeria faces challenges, but constant negativity won’t build our nation.

“I stand with Tinubu because he’s working to unite us. As for security threats in the news, take those reports with skepticism – not everything is as it appears.”