The Digest:
Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman of NIDCOM, has sparked controversy after endorsing a post that referred to Igbos as "monkeys" and "children of gorillas." The incident has led to backlash from Nigerians, accusing her of promoting tribal hatred and bigotry.
Key Points:
- Dabiri-Erewa reposted a derogatory post about Igbos, calling them “monkeys” and “bastards.”
- Social media users labelled her as the "grandmother of bigotry" for endorsing the post.
- Critics argue this reflects a broader government tolerance of tribalism and hate speech.
- Activists, including Aisha Yesufu, condemned her actions, calling it a shame.
- Some users accused the government of supporting xenophobia to maintain political power.
- Dabiri-Erewa’s actions reflect the rising tribal tensions within Nigerian politics.
- The controversy highlights the lack of accountability for public officials in endorsing hate speech.
Dabiri-Erewa's actions have ignited a firestorm of criticism, exposing the tribal divide in Nigerian politics. The episode raises critical questions about leadership responsibility and the tolerance of hate within the country's governance.
Sources: Peoples Gazette, X (formerly Twitter),
