The Digest:
Media personality Tacha has called out content creators for their relentless focus on criticizing Lagos State’s infrastructure, accusing them of hypocrisy and ignorance about their own regions. In a fiery post on X, she challenged critics to showcase “highbrow” areas in their home states instead of singling out Lagos.
Key Points
- Tacha accused content creators of acting as if Lagos is Nigeria’s only state, ignoring issues elsewhere.
- She challenged them to post about developed areas in their own states and questioned their awareness of local leadership.
- The backlash follows viral critiques from influencers like Scott Iguma and cappella, who claimed Lagos “smells.”
- Lagos Environment Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab dismissed the claims as deliberate attempts to tarnish the state’s image.
- Tacha’s response reflects broader tensions between Lagos and other regions over representation and criticism.
- The debate underscores the power of social media in shaping public perception of urban governance.
- Lagos remains a frequent subject of online discourse due to its status as Nigeria’s economic hub.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, Tacha’s X Account
