American comedian Druski faces backlash from Nigerians after posting videos portraying an "African scammer" while dressed in traditional Yoruba attire. Many feel his content perpetuates negative stereotypes, triggering a wave of criticism on social media. The incident raises questions about cultural sensitivity in comedy.
American comedian Drew Desbordes, popularly known as Druski, has ignited a wave of reactions on Nigerian social media after sharing videos that many perceived as a direct jab at Nigerians. In his recent posts, Druski donned traditional Yoruba attire, specifically a Nigerian Kaftan, and adopted the Yoruba name "Tunde" while portraying an "African scammer."
The videos featured Druski making phone calls about anticipated money transfers, followed by a scene where he and friends humorously washed their hands with champagne in celebration. In his caption, he quipped, "African Scammers be living the best life," which many Nigerians found offensive and stereotypical.
The backlash was swift, with numerous commenters criticizing Druski for perpetuating harmful stereotypes about Nigerians. Some responses included jabs at his portrayal, with one user stating, “You are Stupid,” while another lamented that such content only reinforces the stigma faced by Nigerians regarding fraud.
Nigerians emphasized the insensitivity of the sketch, arguing that it unjustly paints them as scammers without evidence. One commenter remarked, “This is beyond insensitive; Nigerians are often labeled scammers based on our nationality.” As the debate rages on, Druski's comedic intent has sparked discussions about cultural sensitivity and the impact of stereotypes in comedy.
