The Digest:
Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola has disclosed that her support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 election was partly a reaction to the online conduct of some supporters of rival candidate Peter Obi. In a candid revelation, she stated that she was moved to back Tinubu because “somebody annoyed me with their bullying,” citing the perceived aggressiveness of ‘Obidients’ as a key factor.
Key Points:
- Actress Bimbo Akintola stated her support for President Bola Tinubu was triggered by feeling bullied by supporters of a rival candidate.
- She specifically referenced the behaviour of ‘Obidients’, supporters of Peter Obi, as a motivating factor.
- Her admission sparked a wide range of reactions on social media, from amusement to criticism.
- Some users found her reasoning “hilariously human,” reflecting emotional, impulsive voting behaviour.
- Others criticized the choice, framing it as voting out of spite rather than political conviction.
- The conversation highlighted deep tribal and emotional undercurrents in Nigerian electoral politics.
- Many acknowledged that similar sentiments influenced voting patterns beyond policy or performance.
This confession lays bare the powerful role of social dynamics, personal grievance, and online culture in shaping political allegiance in the digital age.
Sources: With Chude
