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The Digest:

Nigerians have taken to social media to criticize musicians Ice Prince, Duncan Mighty, and Peruzzi for performing at the All Progressives Congress national convention in Abuja, with critics arguing that lending their platforms to the ruling party amounts to endorsing an administration many hold responsible for current hardships. The two-day convention at Eagle Square drew 32 governors and over 8,000 delegates, featuring musical performances that added energy to the political rally. Outside the venue, reports of deaths among supporters travelling to the convention and tear gas deployment cast a shadow over the proceedings.

Key Points:
  • Ice Prince, Duncan Mighty, and Peruzzi performed at the APC convention, sparking online backlash.
  • Critics argue that artists performing at government events endorse policies linked to economic hardship.
  • President Tinubu addressed the convention, stating his administration does not seek a one-party state.
  • He also promised improvements to Nigeria's electricity crisis, though power supply remains a persistent issue.
  • Reports of supporter deaths and tear gas deployment outside the convention drew criticism.
As Nigerian artists continue to perform at political events, the backlash against Ice Prince, Duncan Mighty, and Peruzzi highlights the growing expectation that public figures take a stand on the country's economic and political realities.

Sources: Pulse Sports


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